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    You are here: Home / 30 Minute Dinners / Greek Salmon Rice Bowls

    Greek Salmon Rice Bowls

    Last Updated September 1, 2021. Published September 2, 2021 By Lorie Leave a Comment

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    Minute Rice package and pot with cooked rice and Greek Salmon rice bowl.

    This post has been sponsored by Minute® Rice. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

    Simple Greek Salmon Rice Bowls are a perfect dinner the whole family will love. An easy dinner that is ready in under 30 minutes and easily customizable for everyone! Minute® Rice makes for a simple and delicious addition with quality rice ready in no time!

    Greek salmon rice bowls with box of minute rice, Kroger card and linens.

    I am always looking for the best short cuts to get the best dinner on the table. A delicious meal that everyone will enjoy and also one that did not take a great deal of effort.

    And thanks to Minute® Rice, dinner is that much easier, every time. Easy to grab on my weekly Kroger run!

    Why you will love these simple Greek Salmon Rice Bowls:

    • They are so simple to prep. Marinate the salmon and while it bakes, prep the rice and toppings. 15 minutes and the salmon is ready--add it to your rice and top it with all the goodies. So simple!
    • The entire meal comes together in 30 minutes or less. That is a must for us in our house. Anything longer and dinner is just not going to happen. No need for carryout or delivery when dinner is so simple to whip up.
    • Two words: Minute® Rice. Life is busy, I get it, so is ours. But this will help make for a quick dinner and is ready in minutes.
    • The bowls are easily customizable so everyone can create their own favorite. When you have a dinner spread where everyone can make their own meal essentially, everyone is happy. Isn't that what we want out of dinner?

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    Salmon Ingredients:

    • salmon
    • lemon juice
    • olive oil
    • garlic
    • oregano
    • dill
    Salmon, lemon juice, dill, spices and other ingredients labeled on counter.

    What you need for the rice bowls:

    These are our favorites, but you are more than welcome to consider other options and variations.

    • Minute® White Rice: grab a package at Kroger in the rice aisle or we love to do the pick up and even Kroger delivery these days because shopping with a toddler is not the easiest! We also find it extra safe given the times we are in even moving through this pandemic life.
    • tomatoes: I opt for cherry or grape. Fresh from the garden as well when they are in season!
    • cucumbers: baby cucumbers or English are our preference. They don't have all the large seeds and I find the flavor of both to be so much better.
    • red onion: I skip this for my husband as he is not a fan.
    • kalamata olives: from the olive bar or straight from the jar--both are great!
    • feta: I love getting a block of feta and crumbling it fresh. Not always an option, but great if you can!
    • tzatziki: this is my favorite condiment. Easy to grab ready to go at the grocery, or feel free to toss your own together!

    We also ALWAYS serve these Greek Salmon Rice Bowls with fresh pita bread. This

    Rice, cucumbers, onion, feta, tzatziki and other ingredients labeled on counter.

    How to make this recipe:

    Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dill, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.

    Rub the mixture evenly over the salmon filets. You can chill for up to 30 minutes if desired before placing them on a parchment lined baking sheet.

    Bake the salmon for about 15 minutes or until opaque and easily flaked with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F.

    Salmon filets marinated on parchment lined baking sheet.

    While the salmon is baking, prep the Minute® Rice and all of the ingredients for the bowls.

    You can prepare your rice stove top or in the microwave. I switch it up, but more often, opt for stove top.

    Boil the water, add the rice and then remove from heat and cover. Let the rice do the work! It will absorb the water and be ready to go in 5 minutes!

    Pot with rice cooked with fork in it.

    Assemble your rice bowls. This is the fun part! Everyone can customize their bowls so that means no one will walk away from the dinner table unsatisfied.

    Recipe Notes and Tips:

    • The toppings for these Greek Salmon Rice Bowls can certainly be adjusted. I added the approximate amounts that we use for things like cucumbers, tzatziki, tomatoes and other toppings. Please use the amount you prefer!
    • These can easily be meal prepped. If you love prepping your meals ahead of time, you can certainly prep these rice bowls in advance and eat them throughout the week.
    • Toss the cucumber, onion and tomatoes in a bit of olive oil and season with salt and pepper for even more flavor. When I have the extra time, I like to prep the veggies ahead of time and then toss them in olive oil and add a bit of flavor. Sometimes I like to add a touch of garlic as well.
    Salmon rice bowl with cucumber, onion, olives, rice and more.

    Other recipes to serve with Minute® Rice:

    • Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls
    • Ground Turkey Teriyaki
    • Peanut Mango Stir Fry
    • Maple Glazed Salmon
    • Butter Herb Instant Pot Salmon

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    Salmon rice bowl with tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, etc.

    Greek Salmon Rice Bowls

    Simple Greek Salmon Rice Bowls are a perfect dinner the whole family will love. An easy dinner that is ready in under 30 minutes and easily customizable for everyone! Minute® Rice makes for a simple and delicious addition with quality rice ready in no time!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 517kcal
    Author: Lorie Yarro

    Ingredients 

    For the Salmon:

    • 4 salmon fillets approx. 4 oz. fillets
    • ¼ c olive oil
    • 1½ T lemon juice
    • 2 teaspoon fresh dill chopped
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt

    For the Rice Bowls:

    • 2 c Minute® White Rice
    • 2 c water
    • 1 c cucumber, sliced
    • 1 c cherry or grape tomatoes halved
    • ¼ c red onion thinly sliced
    • 1 c kalamata olives
    • ½ c feta crumbles
    • ½ c tzatziki

    Instructions

    For the Salmon:

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dill, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment and arrange the salmon. Rub the marinade over the salmon fillets generously. You can allow the salmon to marinate for up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator if desired.
    • Bake the salmon for about 15 minutes or until opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F.

    For the Rice Bowls:

    • While the salmon is cooking, prepare the Minute® White Rice stove top or in the microwave. Slice up all of the veggies.
    • Divide the cooked rice evenly into 4 bowls, add salmon on top. Divide the toppings evenly across the bowls or arrange on table for everyone to add as desired.
    • Serve with fresh pita bread. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • The toppings for these Greek Salmon Rice Bowls can certainly be adjusted. I added the approximate amounts that we use for things like cucumbers, tzatziki, tomatoes and other toppings. Please use the amount you prefer!
    • These can easily be meal prepped. If you love prepping your meals ahead of time, you can certainly prep these rice bowls in advance and eat them throughout the week.
    • Toss the cucumber, onion and tomatoes in a bit of olive oil and season with salt and pepper for even more flavor. When I have the extra time, I like to prep the veggies ahead of time and then toss them in olive oil and add a bit of flavor. Sometimes I like to add a touch of garlic as well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 1239mg | Potassium: 844mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 579IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 3mg
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