Description
A nourishing and vibrant dinner plate featuring juicy pan-seared salmon, crisp-tender broccoli, fluffy white rice, and cool cucumber slices. This wholesome, simple dish is perfect for a balanced meal that’s as satisfying as it is beautiful.
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup white rice (uncooked)
1 cucumber, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more if needed)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions. Set aside.
- Wash and chop broccoli into florets. Slice cucumber into thin rounds.
- Pat salmon fillets dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Saute broccoli for 4–5 minutes until bright green and just tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the plate with rice, broccoli, cucumber, and salmon. Optional: drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner