Healthy One Pot Salmon and Rice (35-Minutes)

This quick and nutritious one-pot salmon and rice recipe is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, combining tender salmon with flavorful rice in just 35 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Course Main Course

Cuisine Healthy

Servings 4 servings

Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients

Protein

4 fillets salmon fillets (~6 oz each)

Grains

1 cup long-grain white rice (jasmine or basmati recommended)

Broth

2 ½ cups chicken (vegetable, or seafood broth)

Oils & Seasonings

2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 small onion (diced)
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp lemon juice

Herbs (optional)

2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped) (optional)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
Add rice, paprika, black pepper, and salt; stir to coat rice evenly.
Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Place salmon fillets on top of rice, cover, and cook for an additional 10 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
Remove from heat, stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped herbs if using. Serve hot.

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the salmon to keep it tender and moist.

Keyword Rice, Salmon