Oven Steamed Salmon with Vegetables (Healthy Valentine's Day Meal!)

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: tilapia fillets

Tilapia is often less expensive and still provides a mild flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative for cooking.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Frozen herbs can be more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

Soak basmati rice in a strainer and rinse until the water is clear.

Place the rinsed rice in a bowl, cover with water, and set aside for 30 minutes.

Strain and rinse the soaked rice again, then place it in a kettle.

Add a little salt and fresh turmeric to the rice in the kettle.

Pour water into the kettle and bring it to a full boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover with foil and a lid, and set a timer for 15 minutes.

While the rice is steaming, prepare the salmon by checking for bones and cutting into 4 to 6 oz steaks.

Slice vegetables into matchstick pieces or long slices, using carrots, zucchini, fennel, and green onions.

On two sheets of parchment paper, create a pile of vegetables for each serving.

Place the salmon steaks on top of the vegetables and drizzle with olive oil and rice vinegar.

Season the salmon with salt and pepper, and place a slice of lemon on top of each steak.

Add fresh tarragon and dill on top of the salmon, leaving them on the sprig.

Fold the parchment paper over the salmon and vegetables, crimping the edges to seal tightly.

Place the parchment packets on a baking sheet and into the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, check the salmon to ensure it is opaque and not bright pink.

Once the rice timer goes off, turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Plate the rice, placing the salmon on top and arranging the vegetables beside it.

Finish with fresh slices of green onion and a wedge of lemon for serving.

Cooking Techniques

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