Baked Salmon with Black Rice
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Baked Salmon with Black Rice
Description
This dish starts by cooking black rice either in a rice cooker or on the stovetop in water until tender, typically about 30 to 35 minutes. The rice is then combined with sugar snap peas and dried cranberries, adding crunch and bursts of sweetness to complement the naturally nutty black rice.
Salmon fillets are seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then baked at 400°F for 15 to 20 minutes until cooked through but still moist. Placing the cooked salmon atop the rice mixture and garnishing with fresh orange zest introduces a bright, citrus aroma that contrasts with the rich salmon and sweet-tart accompaniments.
Optionally, rosemary can be added as a garnish to contribute herbal notes. This meal presents a harmonious balance of flavors and textures making it suitable for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
The recipe includes a note indicating a Weight Watchers SmartPoints value of 9 per serving.
Ingredients
- 3 oz salmon fillets
- 1 cup black rice
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup sugar snap peas
- 3 tablespoon dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tbsp orange zest
Instructions
- Make rice, place 1 cup of black rice in a rice cooker along with 2 cups water. OR on stovetop boil 2 cups water, add rice and salt. Cook on low until rice is tender, about 30-35 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Sprinkle salmon with garlic, salt, and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and cook for about 15-20 minutes.
- When rice is done immediately mix in snap peas, cranberries, salt, and pepper. Place salmon on top, add orange zest. Salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with rosemary. (optional)
Notes
- This recipe corresponds to 9 Weight Watchers SmartPoints per serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 180IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 12.5mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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