Garlic Butter Salmon with Fluffy White Rice
Garlic Butter Salmon with Fluffy White Rice is a delightful dish that showcases the rich flavors of tender salmon coated in a luscious garlic butter glaze. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering an elegant presentation that will impress your guests. Paired with soft, fluffy rice, this meal is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome option for any dinner table.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet (150-180g)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 lemon wedge (for serving)
- 1 cup cooked white rice (jasmine or basmati)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, fluff with a fork, and keep warm.
- Pat the salmon dry, season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes; flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant; spoon over the salmon.
- Serve salmon on a bed of rice, garnish with parsley, and add a lemon wedge for squeezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg