Pan-Seared Salmon on Garlic Veggie Rice Bowl
Experience the delightful flavors of our Pan-Seared Salmon on Garlic Veggie Rice Bowl, a dish that effortlessly combines juicy salmon with a vibrant array of veggies and aromatic garlic rice. This meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, ready in just 25 minutes. The succulent salmon pairs beautifully with colorful vegetables, creating a wholesome and satisfying dish that is both nutritious and delicious. Customize it with your favorite seasonal vegetables or grains to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 salmon fillet (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Sear the Salmon: Season the salmon with salt and cracked pepper. Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the salmon for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Sauté the Veggies: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add zucchini and cook for about 3 minutes before adding cherry tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
- Combine with Rice: Stir in cooked rice into the veggie mix, season with salt and pepper, and heat through.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Serve the warm rice mixture in a bowl topped with seared salmon. Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg