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Healthy One Pot Salmon and Rice (35-Minutes)

This quick and nutritious one-pot meal combines tender salmon with flavorful rice, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
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
  • 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; sauté until fragrant.
  • Add rice, paprika, black pepper, and salt; cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Place salmon fillets on top, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped dill or parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the salmon to keep it tender and moist.
Keyword Rice, Salmon