Pan-Seared Salmon with Mustard-Butter Sauce and Roasted Root Vegetables

This weeknight-friendly dinner pairs perfectly seared, crispy-skinned salmon with a bright, tangy mustard-butter sauce made right in the same pan — no wasted flavor, no extra dishes. While the salmon rests, sweet roasted carrots and turnips caramelize in the oven, creating a cozy, colorful side that balances the richness of the sauce. The whole meal comes together in about 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy evenings when you still want something that feels special. Naturally gluten-free from start to finish, this recipe relies on whole, simple ingredients: fresh salmon, butter, Dijon mustard, root vegetables, and a handful of pantry staples. Because the sauce is thickened naturally with butter and a touch of mustard rather than flour, there's no need for substitutions or special gluten-free products — just be sure to double-check that your mustard and chicken or vegetable stock are labeled gluten-free, as some brands use gluten-containing additives or thickeners. Serve this dish with a simple green salad or steamed greens if you'd like to round out the plate. The mustard-butter sauce is also delicious spooned over the roasted vegetables themselves, tying the whole meal together with its creamy, bright, and tangy finish.</long_description> <parameter name="meta_description">Gluten-free pan-seared salmon with mustard-butter sauce and roasted root vegetables — a bright, creamy, 30-minute weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 4 6-oz filletssalmon fillets, skin-on
• 4 mediumcarrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 3 mediumturnips, peeled and cut into wedges
• 3 tbspolive oil, divided
• 1.5 tspsalt, divided, plus more to taste
• 1 tspblack pepper, divided, plus more to taste
• 4 tbspunsalted butter, cut into cubes
• 2 tbspDijon mustard, certified gluten-free
• 2 clovesgarlic, minced
• 0.5 cupGluten-free chicken or vegetable stock, check label for gluten-free certification
• 1 tbsplemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Method

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