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Garlic Lemon Salmon with Jasmine Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and healthy salmon dish served over fragrant garlic rice, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 fillets salmon fillets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper (Seasoning)
  • 1 cup cooked jasmine or basmati rice
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for rice)
  • Salt to taste (for rice) Salt (For rice)
  • Sliced avocado (optional topping) Avocado slices (Optional)
  • Lemon wedges (optional topping) Lemon wedges (Optional)
  • Chopped parsley (optional topping) Parsley (Optional)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (optional topping) Sesame seeds (Optional)
  • Cucumber slices (optional topping) Cucumber slices (Optional)
  • Red pepper flakes or sriracha (optional topping) Spicy sauce (Optional)

Instructions 

  • Melt butter and sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes. Add rice, season with salt, and keep warm.
  • Season salmon with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and garlic. Cook in olive oil over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side. Drizzle lemon juice before removing.
  • Serve garlic rice topped with salmon, avocado, lemon wedges, and optional toppings. Garnish with parsley or sesame seeds.

Notes

Adjust seasoning and toppings to taste for a personalized touch.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: International
Keyword: garlic, rice, Salmon