Description
Dijon Salmon with Green Bean Pilaf is a delightful dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. Tender salmon fillets are coated in zesty Dijon mustard and paired with a vibrant green bean pilaf for a colorful and satisfying meal. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, ensuring that every bite is packed with deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp smooth Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard and olive oil. Brush the mixture over the salmon fillets and drizzle lemon juice on top.
- Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- Rinse the rice under cold water, then combine it with vegetable broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, add minced garlic until fragrant, then saut? green beans for about five minutes until bright green.
- Fluff the cooked rice and stir in the saut?ed green beans. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve the salmon alongside the green bean pilaf.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg