This Salmon and Rice Recipe is perfect for those hot summer days when you don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen! Lemon pairs perfectly with salmon, and a homemade dill sauce adds an extra touch. Serve this salmon and lemon rice for weeknight dinner — or as a tasty lunch!
Salmon and Rice Recipe
I don’t know about you all, but as soon as the warm weather hits, I crave easy-to-make meals that don’t require me to spend hours in a hot kitchen. Fresh salads, sandwiches, and barbecue are all on the menu… and so is this salmon and rice recipe!
Salmon and rice is a light meal, so it will be great for those hot summer nights when you need something quick. I like to serve it with a salad or some green beans and voila, dinner is served! I’ve also been known to enjoy it for lunch, and it’s one of my favorite dishes to whip up when I have company over.
If you’ve been looking for the perfect rice to go with salmon, you’ve found it! The lemon rice and seared salmon complement each other in the best way imaginable, and the tasty dill sauce on top is the ultimate addition. You may want to make extras of this one — it’s that good, and even better the next day!
Why You’ll Love Salmon with Lemon Rice
- Ready in under 30 minutes
- Flavorful and fresh
- Great option for entertaining
- Made with simple ingredients
- Serve for lunch or dinner
Key Ingredients to Make Salmon and Rice
- SALMON – I almost always use fresh, but you can also use frozen for this salmon and rice recipe. That said, if working from frozen, be sure to let it thaw overnight in the fridge first.
- RICE – I like white rice best, but you could try experimenting with brown rice instead. Keep in mind that it will take longer to cook, though.
- CHICKEN BROTH – To make the rice! This is my secret to super flavorful results every time. You can use vegetable broth as well.
- ONION – This aromatic also adds flavor to the rice. I prefer fresh for this salmon and rice recipe, but you can sub in onion powder.
- OLIVE OIL – To sear the salmon.
- LEMON – You’ll need the juice and zest of about two lemons.
- GREEK YOGURT – For the sauce! I find that Greek yogurt has the best consistency and flavor, although sour cream would also work well here.
- DILL – It wouldn’t be a lemon dill rice recipe without some dill! Okay, the dill is technically in the sauce, but you get the idea.
- OTHER SEASONINGS – Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all you’ll need.
Instructions to Make Salmon with Lemon, Dill, and Rice
PREP THE SAUCE: Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl, mix, and store in the fridge for now.
MAKE THE LEMON RICE: Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the rice, onion, garlic powder, and pepper and simmer until there is no liquid remaining. Incorporate the lemon zest and juice and stir.
COOK THE SALMON: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Season each salmon filet with salt and pepper and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side.
GARNISH: Serve your salmon and rice with a healthy helping of dill sauce on top. Enjoy!
FAQ
This lemon rice, of course! I love the combination of seared and flaky salmon with the citrus flavors. The creamy dill sauce is a nice contrast with the lemon, too — put them all together and you’ve got a tasty lunch or dinner option!
The ratio of liquid to rice is crucial, so make sure to follow the instructions on the recipe card carefully. You may also consider rinsing the rice before cooking to remove excess starch. Allow it to simmer over low heat, and avoid stirring too frequently. Another trick is to fluff the rice with a fork instead of stirring once you’re ready to serve it. Follow these tips and you won’t have to worry about mushy salmon and rice!
You can! I kept things easy for this salmon and rice recipe, but you can certainly marinate the fish if you’d like. A simple combination of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs can add a lot of extra flavor — make sure to let it sit for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
More Fish Recipes To Try
- Salmon Burgers
- Spinach Salad with Salmon and Avocado
- Baked Fish and Chips
- Simple Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
Thanks so much for reading! Let me know what you think about this salmon with lemon, dill, and rice recipe!
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Salmon and Lemon Rice with Creamy Dill Sauce
Ingredients
- DILL SAUCE:
- 1/2 c. greek yogurt
- 1 TBSP. chopped green onion
- 1 TBSP lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 1/2 tsp snipped fresh dill
- RICE:
- 3 1/2 c chicken broth
- 2 c. rice
- 1/4 c onion finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- SALMON
- 4 salmon fillets 6 oz ea
- salt
- pepper
- 2 TBSP olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl mix sauce ingredients and refrigerate until serving.
- In a saucepan bring the chicken broth to a boil.
- Pour in rice, onion, garlic powder and pepper and simmer until rice has absorbed all of the liquid. Add lemon zest and juice and stir to combine.
- For the salmon heat a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat.
- Salt and pepper each salmon fillet and cook 6-8 minutes on each side or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork.
- Serve with rice and sauce.
