Mediterranean Salmon Bowl (Printable Version)

Pan-seared salmon served over crispy rice with colorful vegetables and tangy feta for a satisfying Mediterranean meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 salmon fillets (about 5.3 oz each), skin-on, pin bones removed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Rice

04 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, preferably chilled
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Vegetables & Toppings

06 - 1 cup baby bell peppers, sliced into rings
07 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and thinly sliced
08 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
09 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
10 - 1/2 lemon, cut into wedges

→ Optional

11 - 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
12 - 1 small cucumber, diced

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add cooked rice and press gently with a spatula to form a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy. Stir and continue crisping if desired.
04 - In a separate pan, quickly sauté sliced baby bell peppers over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until just tender with a slight bite.
05 - Divide crispy rice evenly among four bowls. Top each portion with one salmon fillet.
06 - Arrange sautéed baby bell peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh cilantro around each salmon fillet. Add kalamata olives and diced cucumber if using. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Combines high-quality protein with fresh, colorful vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Features a unique texture profile with crispy rice and tender pan-seared salmon.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for weeknights.
  • Bursting with classic Mediterranean ingredients like feta, lemon, and sun-dried tomatoes.
02 -
  • Do not crowd the pan when crisping the rice; this ensures every grain gets a chance to become golden.
  • Always cook the salmon skin-side down first to protect the delicate flesh and create a sturdy, crispy base.
  • Use a high-quality nonstick skillet to prevent the fish skin and rice from sticking during the high-heat cooking process.
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