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Baked Salmon with Brown Rice Healthy Dinner
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Easy Baked Salmon with Brown Rice

This baked salmon with brown rice is a healthy and balanced dinner made with tender oven-baked salmon, nutty brown rice, and simple vegetables. It’s an easy weeknight meal that comes together in about 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: and simple vegetables. It’s an easy weeknight meal that comes together in about 30 minutes., nutty brown rice, This baked salmon with brown rice is a healthy and balanced dinner made with tender oven-baked salmon
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Measuring cups
  • Fork

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • Fresh herbs for garnish optional
  • Steamed vegetables for serving optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cook the brown rice according to package instructions using water or vegetable broth.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets on it.
  • Drizzle salmon with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the baked salmon over brown rice with lemon slices and vegetables if desired.

Notes

You can swap the vegetables based on what you have on hand. This recipe also works well for meal prep and keeps for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.