Here’s the cheat code: pair 90% of your plate with veggies that are crisp, slightly bitter, or earthy (like asparagus, broccoli, or fennel), and 10% with something sweet or acidic (like roasted carrots or a lemon-dressed salad). That balance keeps your palate from getting overwhelmed, and it makes the salmon taste even more like itself.
If you ignore all this and just throw a handful of frozen peas on the plate, I won’t judge you. But the salmon might. It has high standards, remember? That fish spent its life swimming upstream—it deserves a supporting cast that doesn’t just show up, but steals the spotlight while staying humble.
So go ahead: roast, steam, or sauté. Just remember: the veggie is not the sidekick. It’s the co-star. And with the right one, your salmon will finally get the standing ovation it’s been swimming for.
