Salmon with Spinach and Rice

Salmon with Spinach and Rice

Basic Information

• Servings: 4
• Serving Size: 1 fillet with 1/2 cup rice and 1 cup spinach
• Difficulty: 2
• Budget: 3
• Prep Time: 15
• Cook Time: 30
• Total Time: 45
• Meal Type: Main Dish

Diet Types

• High-Protein
• Gluten-Free (brown rice)
• Mediterranean
• DASH
• Intermittent Fasting
• Zone
• Pescatarian
• Flexitarian
• Blue Zones
• Weight Watchers
• SlimFast (as meal)
• HMR (as meal)
• Halal
• Kosher (if salmon is certified)

Equipment

• - Baking dish
• - Medium saucepan
• - Large skillet

Ingredients

1. 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
2. 1 cup brown rice
3. 2 cups water or broth
4. 4 cups fresh spinach
5. 2 tablespoons olive oil
6. 1 teaspoon lemon zest
7. - Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. - Place salmon in a baking dish, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with lemon zest, salt, and pepper; bake for 15-20 minutes until flaky (145°F/63°C).
3. - In a saucepan, bring water or broth to a boil, add rice, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender.
4. - Heat remaining oil in a skillet, sauté spinach for 3-5 minutes until wilted.
5. - Serve each fillet with 1/2 cup rice and 1 cup spinach warm.

Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or microwave.

Nutrition

• Calories: 440
• Protein: 40g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 30g
• Fiber: 0
• Sugar: 0
• Sodium: N/A
• Cholesterol: N/A