Salmon With Rice And Vegetables Recipe

Prepare the Ingredients

1. 4 salmon fillets 2. 1 cup of rice (white or brown) 3. 2 cups of mixed vegetables (carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, etc.) 4. 2 tablespoons of olive oil 5. Salt and pepper to taste 6. 1 lemon (for juice) 7. 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Cook the Rice

1. Rinse the rice under cold water. 2. In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. 3. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes (or until the rice is cooked). 4. Fluff the rice with a fork and set it aside.

Prepare the Vegetables

1. Wash and cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. 2. In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. 3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. 4. Add the vegetables to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp.

Cook the Salmon

1. Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. 2. In another pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. 3. Place the salmon fillets in the pan, skin-side down, and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. 4. Remove the salmon from the pan and set it aside.

Combine and Serve

1. Arrange the cooked rice on serving plates. 2. Top the rice with the sautéed vegetables. 3. Place a salmon fillet on top of each serving. 4. Garnish with additional lemon wedges if desired. 5. Serve immediately and enjoy your meal!