Description
A delightful dish that combines rich flavors and comforting textures, featuring creamy rice, tender salmon, and a luscious garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (uncooked)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the jasmine rice and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork.
- In a large casserole dish, spread the cooked rice evenly. Drizzle lemon juice over the rice and season with salt and pepper. Place salmon fillets on top, skin side down, and season with salt, pepper, and remaining melted butter.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the salmon fillets. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter option, consider using Greek yogurt instead of butter.
- Swap salmon for trout or use canned salmon for convenience.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and dairy-free cheese.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter, Salmon, Rice Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner