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Best One Pot Salmon and Rice Recipe

Easy one pot salmon and rice made with tender flaky salmon, fluffy lemon-infused rice, garlic, and onions for a healthy, no-fuss weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • 1 cup white rice jasmine or basmati
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant.
  3. Stir in rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Add broth, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Place salmon fillets on top of the rice.
  7. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
  8. Remove from heat, fluff rice, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add lemon zest or fresh herbs like parsley or dill before serving.