Description
This Grilled Salmon with Black Rice and Creamy Cucumber Salad is a nutritious and vibrant dish featuring flaky grilled salmon paired with hearty black rice and a refreshing, creamy cucumber salad. It’s the perfect balance of flavors, textures, and colors, making for a satisfying and healthy meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Grilled Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Black Rice:
- 1 cup black rice
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- Salt, to taste
For the Creamy Cucumber Salad:
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dill, chopped (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Black Rice:
- Rinse the black rice under cold water.
- In a medium pot, bring the 2 cups of water (or vegetable broth) to a boil.
- Add the black rice and a pinch of salt, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Grill the Salmon:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the grill and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Cucumber Salad:
- In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the thinly sliced cucumber and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Serve the grilled salmon fillets over a bed of black rice.
- Top with the creamy cucumber salad.
- Serve Immediately:
- Enjoy your delicious and refreshing Grilled Salmon with Black Rice and Creamy Cucumber Salad!
Notes
- You can substitute the black rice with quinoa or brown rice for a different texture.
- For added flavor, sprinkle the salmon with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving.
- If you prefer a lighter salad, you can reduce the amount of yogurt and add more lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 330
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg