This Blackened Salmon with Mexican Rice and Garden Salad is a vibrant, flavorful meal featuring perfectly seasoned salmon, fluffy tomato-infused rice, and a crisp fresh salad. Finished with fresh lime, it’s a healthy and satisfying dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Blackened Salmon:
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 lime, sliced
For the Mexican Rice:
1½ cups long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2½ cups chicken broth
8 oz tomato sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
For the Garden Salad:
3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cucumber, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Lime wedges, for serving
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