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One-Pot Salmon Meatballs and Rice

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One-Pot Salmon Meatballs and Rice is a wholesome, comforting dish featuring tender salmon meatballs and seasoned rice cooked together with herbs and aromatics. It’s a simple, nourishing meal that’s easy to prepare and clean up.

Ingredients

  • 14 oz fresh or canned salmon (drained if canned)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced (divided)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain or basmati rice
  • 2 1/4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine salmon, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, half the diced onion, chopped herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Form into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in size.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown meatballs for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add remaining olive oil and sauté the rest of the diced onion until translucent.
  5. Stir in uncooked rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Add broth, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  7. Gently nestle the meatballs back into the pot on top of the rice. Cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  8. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle in frozen peas, cover again, and finish cooking.
  9. Fluff rice gently, garnish with extra herbs, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Use fresh salmon for a firmer meatball texture, or canned for convenience.
  • Don’t overmix the meatball mixture to prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Add extra chopped veggies like spinach or zucchini for more nutrients.
  • Let meatballs rest before cooking to help them hold together better.

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