Grilled Salmon and Veggies: My Pregnancy Nutrition and Wellness Tips

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Delicious grilled salmon that you can prepare indoors or outdoors, served with quick marinated greens. This satisfying, flavor-packed meal is easy to make and perfect for anyone looking for a healthy dinner option. Below I also share how I maintain good nutrition during pregnancy.

Healthy grilled salmon served with green veggies, couscous.

I love cooking because it lets me create nourishing meals that actually taste great. This grilled salmon is a favorite — simple to season, quick to cook, and utterly irresistible. The first bite had me nodding with approval and reaching for another piece.

During pregnancy, I focus on getting key nutrients every day. I take prenatal vitamins daily and prefer Nature Made® Prenatal Multi + DHA (200 mg) 150-count softgels from Sam’s Club. Each softgel includes essential vitamins and minerals useful before and during pregnancy, such as folic acid, calcium, iron, magnesium, iodine, vitamin B12, and vitamin D3.†

Nature Made prenatal vitamin review

These softgels also provide 200 mg DHA, which may support fetal brain and eye development.† In the past I used over-the-counter prenatals that contained only folic acid and required a separate iron supplement. I appreciate that Nature Made® combines all those nutrients in one easy-to-swallow softgel. Nature Made® is also the #1 pharmacist-recommended vitamin and supplement brand.*

Grilled Salmon and Veggies

Besides taking my vitamins daily, I cook balanced meals. This grilled salmon with veggies is healthy without tasting bland — it’s full of flavor and satisfying. To prepare the salmon, I rubbed the fillets with olive oil and seasoned them simply with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried basil. The seasoning is minimal but yields great flavor.

Dry marinade for Grilled Salmon

I cooked the salmon in a hot grill pan, searing each side until cooked through. The result is a tender, flaky fillet with a nicely seasoned crust.

Grilling salmon in pan

For the side, I tossed mixed baby lettuces with a light dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, honey, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and a touch of black pepper. The dressing is sweet and tangy, pairing perfectly with the salmon.

Grilled salmon and veggies

I served the salmon and greens over couscous with a spoonful of tomato sauce on top for a complete, filling meal. It was flavorful and satisfying — and I like to think my baby approved.

I purchased the prenatal vitamins and the ingredients for this recipe at my local Sam’s Club. Sam’s Club is convenient for stocking up on household and pantry essentials, which makes meal planning easier during pregnancy.

Prenatal Vitamins at Sam's Club

It’s a good idea to start taking a prenatal supplement about six months before trying to conceive, and a 150-count bottle covers several months since the recommended dose is one softgel per day.

Healthy Plate of Grilled Salmon and Greens for dinner

Grilled Salmon with Veggies

Super tasty grilled salmon that can be made indoors or outdoors, paired with marinated greens. An insanely delicious satisfying meal!
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets with skin on (about 1 pound cut into 4 pieces)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil plus more for rubbing on grill pan if using a pan

For the greens

  • 5 cups mixed baby lettuces
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Rub olive oil on both sides of the salmon fillets, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried basil.
  • Heat a grill pan and brush lightly with oil. Place the salmon skin-side down and cook on low to medium heat for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Serve with the marinated greens.

Marinated Greens

  • Whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the mixed lettuces and toss to coat. Serve alongside the salmon.

Notes

Using wild-caught salmon enhances flavor and is worth the extra cost if available.

Nutrition

Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 4g

Additional Info

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 456
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†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
* Based on a survey of pharmacists who recommend branded vitamins and supplements.