DASH-Friendly Grilled Salmon with Steamed Vegetables

This plate keeps things deliberately simple — a squeeze of lemon and some black pepper do the seasoning work, letting the salmon and vegetables speak for themselves.

Skipping the salt shaker in favor of lemon juice, pepper, and garlic powder is a small choice that adds up, which is why this recipe fits comfortably within a DASH-style approach to eating that emphasizes lower sodium. Steaming the broccoli, carrots, and zucchini instead of sautéing in butter keeps the vegetable side just as light as the fish.

Watch the salmon closely on the grill — four to five minutes per side is usually enough, and it keeps cooking a little after it comes off the heat.