Coconut Lime Salmon with Jasmine Rice
Indulge in a tropical escape with this Coconut Lime Salmon with Jasmine Rice. This vibrant dish features tender salmon fillets enveloped in a luscious coconut-lime sauce, complemented by fluffy jasmine rice and bright cherry tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Ready in just 22 minutes, this meal is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious diners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp curry powder or turmeric
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic briefly before adding coconut milk, lime zest, lime juice, curry powder (or turmeric), and honey. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over it. Simmer for another minute before removing from heat.
- Serve over jasmine rice topped with cherry tomatoes and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with rice and sauce
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 325mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg