Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: rinse and season salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook the rice by boiling broth/water, adding rice, simmering for 45 minutes, and resting for 10 minutes.
- Sauté diced red bell pepper in olive oil, then add corn and black beans, cooking until heated through.
- Cook the salmon in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side until flaky and golden.
- Assemble the bowl with fluffy rice, sautéed vegetables, and salmon, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.
- Serve and enjoy the meal with family.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning based on spice preference.
- Resting rice is essential for the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté, Boil
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg