Healthy One Pot Salmon and Rice (35-Minutes)
This One Pot Salmon and Rice is a quick and flavorful dinner that combines tender, flaky salmon with perfectly cooked, seasoned rice. Prepared in just 35 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is ideal for busy weeknights.The recipe uses simple ingredients like garlic, onion, broth, and lemon, and it’s cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets ~6 oz each
- 1 cup long-grain white rice jasmine or basmati recommended
- 2 ½ cups chicken vegetable, or seafood broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion diced
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
Garnish and Finishing:
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Salmon
- Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
Toast the Rice
- Stir in the rice and toast it for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to absorb the flavors of the aromatics.
Add Broth and Simmer
- Pour in the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
Cook the Salmon
- Nestle the salmon fillets skin-side down on top of the rice. Cover and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until the salmon is tender and flaky and the rice is fully cooked.
Finish with Lemon and Herbs
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and rice. Garnish with chopped dill or parsley before serving.