Butternut Squash Rice Bowl with Salmon Recipe

Butternut Squash Rice Bowl with Salmon

Sep 14, 2022May 18, 202331 4323
Butternut Squash Rice Bowl with Salmon
Butternut Squash Rice Bowl with Salmon
in Easy at Home, Fall, Family Meals, High Omega-3s

Servings

2

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil (+ 1 tsp for salmon)
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups butternut squash, peeled + cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tsp rosemary
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 cup brown rice, dry
1 cup vegetable broth
2 salmon filets
1 cup parmesan, freshly grated
Salt + pepper, to taste

Instructions

1.Heat a large saucepan or pot over medium heat. Add oil and garlic and sauté for 1-2 mins until garlic starts to brown and become fragrant.
2.Add cubed butternut squash, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Cook for approx 5 mins, stirring frequently.
3.Add brown rice and vegetable broth to the saucepan. Stir, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat. Allow to simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the liquid has absorbed.
4.Meanwhile, pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and toss in 1 tsp of olive oil. Heat a pan to med-high and cook salmon for approx 4 minutes on each side.
5.Once the butternut squash-rice mixture has absorbed all its liquid, stir in the parmesan. Serve butternut squash rice into bowls and top with sautéed salmon filets.

Can’t wait for fall to get here? Now’s the perfect time to get all of those fall vibes on your plate. This butternut squash recipe uses delicious, frozen or fresh salmon for plenty of flavor. Celebrate seafood with amazing dishes like these.

Health Benefits

Salmon is…

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
  • A great source of protein
  • High in B vitamins
  • A good source of potassium
  • Loaded with selenium
  • Supports brain and heart health
  • Supports the immune system

Butternut squash is…

  • Rich in important vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting antioxidants
  • Low-calorie
  • Fiber-rich

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