Lemon Butter Salmon and Broccoli Penne

4 ounces salmon
3 ounces dry whole wheat penne pasta
1 1/2 cups frozen broccoli
1 tbsp butter, melted
4 tbsp low sodium vegetable broth (you could also simply use water)
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 clove garlic, minced

Broil or gill the salmon. A general rule of thumb for cooking salmon is to cook 1 minute per inch of thickness. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Heat the broccoli in the microwave until tender. Whisk together the melted butter, broth (or water), lemon zest, lemon juice, and garlic. Toss the penne and the broccoli together in a bowl and place the salmon on top. Drizzle the entire dish with the garlic lemon butter. 

Serves 1: 547 calories, 21g fat, 53g carbs, 8g fiber, 36g protein. 


TIP: This dish is also really good when you replace the penne pasta with brown rice or risotto. YUM!