Description
Mediterranean Salmon Lemon Rice is a delicious and healthy dish that combines the flavors of salmon, lemon, and Mediterranean spices, served over a bed of fluffy rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add rice and stir for 1-2 minutes, then add vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- While the rice is cooking, season salmon fillets with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve topped with salmon and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg