Description
Garlic Herb Salmon Rice is a wholesome one-bowl meal featuring flaky salmon seasoned with garlic and herbs, served over fluffy rice and finished with fresh parsley, lemon, and a buttery herb drizzle. This easy, protein-rich dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or long-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with paprika, oregano, parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice and lemon zest, stirring to combine.
- Return salmon to the skillet and spoon the garlic herb butter over the fillets.
- Warm the cooked rice if needed and divide among serving bowls.
- Place a salmon fillet over each portion of rice.
- Drizzle the remaining garlic herb butter from the skillet over the rice and salmon.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, dill, and lemon wedges.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overcook the salmon to maintain a tender, flaky texture.
- Brown rice can be substituted for extra fiber.
- Add steamed broccoli, asparagus, or green beans for a complete meal.
- Fresh herbs provide the best flavor, but dried herbs work well too.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American