Seared Salmon with Fluffy Jasmine Rice is Deliciously Easy
A delicious and easy recipe for seared salmon served with fluffy jasmine rice and assorted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup assorted vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup jasmine rice with 1.5 cups water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Sear the Salmon: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, placing them skin-side down in the skillet.
- Add Garlic & Vegetables: After about 4-5 minutes of cooking salmon, add minced garlic and chopped veggies. Stir gently for another 3-4 minutes until veggies soften.
- Finish Cooking: Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the salmon and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve & Enjoy: Fluff rice with a fork and serve alongside the salmon and veggies. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference.
- For best results, ensure the salmon is at room temperature before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with rice and veggies
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg