How to Make Baked Salmon and Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon is an incredibly versatile and delicious fish that can be prepared in countless ways. One of the best ways to enjoy this lean and protein-packed fish is by baking it with aromatic spices and serving it with fluffy and flavorful rice. This Baked Salmon and Rice recipe is a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 1 pound salmon fillet
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4

  • In a saucepan bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large pan, add just enough water to cover the bottom of the pan. Place salmon in the pan, pink side up, and arrange cooked rice around the outside of salmon. Drizzle orange juice over salmon and rice.
  • In a small bowl, combine dill weed, rosemary, basil, mustard, and lemon pepper and sprinkle over salmon and rice. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until salmon is tender and flaky.
  • Nutrition

    355 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 185mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 560mg