Instant Pot Lemon Dill Salmon with Rice
Instant Pot Lemon Dill Salmon with Rice is a vibrant, one-pot meal that brings the flavors of summer to your table. With tender salmon fillets infused with zesty lemon and fresh dill, and fluffy rice soaking up all the delicious juices, this dish is both healthy and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights, it takes just minutes to prepare while delivering restaurant-quality taste that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode; heat olive oil and add minced garlic if desired, cooking for about a minute.
- Add rinsed rice, chicken broth, and lemon juice; stir gently to combine.
- Layer seasoned salmon on top of the rice mixture.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes before opening.
- Serve hot with additional lemon juice and fresh dill for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with rice (245g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider searing the salmon for a few minutes before layering it on the rice. - Customize by adding vegetables like asparagus or peas for extra nutrition. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.