With its vibrant colors and flavors, spring pilaf with salmon asparagus is a delightful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish combines the freshness of spring vegetables, the richness of salmon, and the nutty flavor of pilaf. It is a nutritious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With its bright colors and delicious flavors, this spring pilaf is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to impress your guests, this spring pilaf with salmon and asparagus recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
QUINOA PILAF WITH SALMON AND ASPARAGUS
Serve your family with a hearty skillet salmon, bouillon cube and asparagus quinoa pilaf - dinner that's ready in 30 minutes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Rinse quinoa thoroughly by placing in a fine-mesh strainer and holding under cold running water until water runs clear; drain well.
- In 2-quart saucepan, heat 2 cups of the water to boiling over high heat. Add quinoa; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat remaining 4 cups water and bouillon cube to boiling over high heat. Add salmon, skin side up; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 10 to 12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork. Remove with slotted spoon to plate; let cool. Discard water. Remove skin from salmon; break into large pieces.
- Meanwhile, rinse and dry skillet. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in onions; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Stir in peas, tomatoes and broth; cook 1 minute.
- Gently stir quinoa, salmon, lemon-pepper seasoning and dill weed into asparagus mixture. Cover; cook about 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
SPRING PILAF WITH SALMON & ASPARAGUS
Celebrate the best of spring in one fabulous dish! Fresh asparagus, carrots, lemon and chives perfectly complement leftover cooked salmon in this simple, sensational entree. -Steve Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Saute carrots and yellow pepper in butter in a large saucepan until crisp-tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 1 minute or until lightly toasted. , Stir in the broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in asparagus. Cook, uncovered, 3-4 minutes longer or until rice is tender., Stir in the salmon, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chives and lemon zest; heat through. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with remaining chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 568 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 1023mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
SHEET PAN LEMON GARLIC SALMON WITH ASPARAGUS
Have dinner ready in less than 30 minutes with this quick and easy one-pan roasted salmon and asparagus seasoned with garlic and lemon.
Provided by Fioa
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Baked Salmon Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line a rimmed 9x12-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and grease with cooking spray. Place salmon fillets and asparagus in a single layer.
- Combine olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Drizzle garlic mixture over salmon and asparagus. Season with salt and pepper. Place lemon rounds on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until salmon flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 111.7 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 42.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 992.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
ONE-POT SPRING PASTA WITH SMOKED SALMON
Adding asparagus and frozen peas directly to the boiling pasta during the last couple minutes of cooking means everything for this seasonal, fresh dinner can be made in one pot. Smoked salmon adds a nice, rich saltiness (and extra protein!) without any extra work for the cook-just drape the slices over each bowl before serving.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Pasta Asparagus Pea Butter Lemon Sour Cream Salmon Basil One-Pot Meal Spring Dinner Quick & Easy Seafood Fish
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until very al dente, 7 minutes (or 2 minutes less than package instructions). Add asparagus and continue to cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add peas and continue to cook until cooked through, about 1 minute more. Drain pasta, asparagus, and peas together, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid.
- Transfer pasta and vegetables to a large bowl. Add butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 1/2 tsp. pepper, and remaining 3/4 tsp. salt. Toss, adding reserved pasta cooking liquid bit by bit as needed, until a smooth sauce coats pasta (you might not need all the liquid).
- Divide pasta among bowls. Top with salmon, basil, and remaining 1/2 cup sour cream. Season with lots of pepper.
ONE-PAN SALMON WITH ROAST ASPARAGUS
For an easy side dish to complement a spring roast, just cook this recipe without the salmon
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Tip the potatoes and 1 tbsp of olive oil into an ovenproof dish, then roast the potatoes for 20 mins until starting to brown. Toss the asparagus in with the potatoes, then return to the oven for 15 mins.
- Throw in the cherry tomatoes and vinegar and nestle the salmon amongst the vegetables. Drizzle with the remaining oil and return to the oven for a final 10-15 mins until the salmon is cooked. Scatter over the basil leaves and serve everything scooped straight from the dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.24 milligram of sodium
HONEY-DIJON SALMON AND ASPARAGUS
"This is our favorite salmon recipe," Betty Stewart of Leola, Pennsylvania confirms. "It's easy, nutritious and delicious. Plus, cleanup is a nap!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, butter and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Stir in the honey, mustard and pepper., Place each salmon fillet on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 12 in.). Drizzle with honey mixture and sprinkle with walnuts. Place asparagus around salmon. Fold foil around salmon and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 26g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
SALMON AND ASPARAGUS FRITTATA
A simple brunch or casual supper, ready in less than half an hour.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In medium bowl, beat eggs, milk and pepper until well blended.
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add asparagus; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add egg mixture to skillet; gently stir in salmon. Cover; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until eggs are set. (Do not stir.) Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 410 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1/2 of Recipe, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g
ASPARAGUS SALMON PIE
I received this recipe from a dear neighbor years ago when we lived in the mountains near Yosemite National Park. We had four small children, and the whole family really loved this recipe. Now I make it for my husband, for guests, and for my children and grandchildren when they visit.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain well. Reserve six spears for garnish; cut remaining spears into bite-size pieces. Set aside. , In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Set aside. , In small bowl, mix eggs, milk, parsley, basil, salt and salmon. Add sauted onion. Place cut asparagus in pastry shell; top with salmon mixture. Arrange reserved asparagus spears, spoke fashion, on top. Cover edges of crust with foil to prevent over-browning. , Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until filling is set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
A PILAF OF ASPARAGUS, BROAD BEANS AND MINT
A wonderful buttery taste of early summer, useful way to use up the first asparagus and beans and young garden mint. From Nigel Slater's new book Tender. Use the vegetable weights as a guide, use whatever you have.
Provided by lindseylcw
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the broad beans in salted water for 4 mins, till almost tender, drain.
- Trim asparagus into short lengths, steam for 3 mins and drain.
- wash the rice 3 times in cold water, stiring with your hand, cover with warm water, add a tsp salt and set aside for a good hour.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the bay leaves, cardamon, peppercorns,cinnamon stick, cloves, cumin seeds and thyme. Stir in the butter for a minute or two until the fragrance is released.
- Drain the rice and tip it into the warmed spices, cover with 1 cm depth of water and bring to the boil.Season with salt, cover and turn the heat down to a simmer.
- Finely slice the spring onions and chop the parsley.
- After 5 mins remove the lid and gently fold in the asparagus, beans, spring onions and parsley. Replace lid and continue to cook for 5-6 mins, until the rice is tender but still has some bite to it. All the water should have been absorbed, leave with the lid on but the heat off for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove lid, check seasoning, add extra butter if liked and fluff with a fork sprinkle over the mint.
- Can be served with minted yoghurt if liked.
SALMON AND ASPARAGUS STIR FRY
Make and share this Salmon and Asparagus Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kim127
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add fish and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook fish 5-7 minutes or until fish turns opaque throughout, gently stirring occasionally.
- Transfer fish to platter and keep warm.
- To same skillet, add asparagus and red pepper, cook covered for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender/crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile in a small bowl, whisk together green onion, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, sugar and water until well blended.
- Add soy sauce mixture to vegetables and bring to boil.
- Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Spoon vegetable mixture over fish and toss gently to coat.
- Serve!
ASPARAGUS PILAF RICE
Make and share this Asparagus Pilaf Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Boomette
Categories Lemon
Time 38m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a casserole, heat oil at medium heat. Add onion and tarragon, and cook, stirring from time to time, for about 3 minutes or until onion has soften. Add rice and stir.
- Add vegetable stock, water and salt. Reduce to low heat, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes. Add asparagus, cover and keep cooking for about 10 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid has absorbed. Add lemon juice and pepper and stir with a fork.
QUINOA PILAF WITH SALMON, SPINACH AND MUSHROOMS
This is such a nutrient-dense food, packed with omega-3, protein, vitamins and minerals! I made this as a main dish, but it can also be served as a side dish or for brunch. Add a green salad and you can have a very healthy supper! Please visit my blog, www.InnerHarmonyNutrition.com for more gluten-free, low-GI recipes.
Provided by InnerHarmonyNutriti
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Salt and pepper the salmon fillet and sprinkle 1 Tbsp of white wine or sake.
- In the meantime, wash and chop all the vegetables.
- In a saucepan, place quinoa and 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- Place the salmon fillet with the skin side down, reduce to a simmer, and cover. Cook until all water is absorbed, for about 10 - 15 minutes.
- Heat a Tbsp olive oil in a skillet, add onion and garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and sauté. Finally add spinach and sauté until the spinach is completely wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- When the quinoa is done, turn off the heat. Carefully remove the salmon skin and flake the salmon with a fork. Mix with the quinoa.
- Add the vegetables and mix again. Season with salt and pepper.
- Infuse love into food and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.2, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 16.1, Sodium 232.2, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 21.6
SPRING HAS SPRUNG SALMON WITH ASPARAGUS
Green asparagus, pink salmon, creamy new potatoes, bright orange bell peppers. Spring doesn't get any better than this!
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees.
- In a skillet, toss the potatoes, asparagus, oil and salt.
- Place in the oven and roast for about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a single layer on a nonstick baking sheet or large ovenproof skillet, arrange the salmon in single layer.
- Sprinkle the salmon with the salt.
- Place the pan in the oven and roast for 10 minutes or until done.
- In small bowl, stir together the orange juice, orange zest, honey, vinegar and orange bell pepper.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Place salmon and vegetables on a plate and top the salmon with the relish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.2, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 87.5, Sodium 145.6, Carbohydrate 54.9, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 8.3, Protein 41.9
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your pilaf will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced produce.
- Don't Overcook the Rice: Rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Use a Good Quality Broth: The broth you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your pilaf. Use a broth that is flavorful and has a rich umami taste.
- Add Vegetables and Herbs: Vegetables and herbs add flavor and texture to pilaf. Some good options include asparagus, peas, carrots, onions, and garlic. You can also add herbs like parsley, dill, or thyme.
- Use a Non-Stick Pan: A non-stick pan will help prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning.
- Cover the Pan: Covering the pan while the rice is cooking will help to trap the steam and cook the rice evenly.
Conclusion:
Spring pilaf with salmon and asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pilaf is made with rice, vegetables, and herbs, and the salmon is cooked to perfection. The asparagus adds a pop of color and flavor to the dish. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!
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