Salmon With Saffron Rice & Guacamole Recipe

Name: Salmon With Saffron Rice & Guacamole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Guacamole:; 1 red onion, diced; Sea salt & cracked pepper; 1 green chilli, choped; 2 limes, juice & zest; 2 ripe hass avocados, chopped; 2 vine-ripened tomatoes, diced; 1 handful of cilantro leaves; Salmon with Saffron Rice & Guacamole; 1 cup Jasmine rice; 1 pinch Saffron; 1 bird's eye chilli, diced; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup mint, chopped; 4 Salmon fillets, at room temperature; Olive oil, for rubbing the salmon; Sea salt, for seasoning the salmon; 1 bunch lemon sorrel; Olive oil, for the sorrel; Lemon juice, for the sorrel

Servings: persons

For the Guacamole:
1 red onion, diced
Sea salt & cracked pepper
1 green chilli, choped
2 limes, juice & zest
2 ripe hass avocados, chopped
2 vine-ripened tomatoes, diced
1 handful of cilantro leaves
Salmon with Saffron Rice & Guacamole
1 cup Jasmine rice
1 pinch Saffron
1 bird's eye chilli, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup mint, chopped
4 Salmon fillets, at room temperature
Olive oil, for rubbing the salmon
Sea salt, for seasoning the salmon
1 bunch lemon sorrel
Olive oil, for the sorrel
Lemon juice, for the sorrel

1
Start by preparing the guacamole; place the onion, salt & pepper and chill in a bowl and lightly mix together then add the lime juice & zest, avocado, tomato & coriander. Combine to your preferred consistency and set aside until ready to serve.
2
Cook the jasmine rice according to the packet instructions then combine the cooked rice with the saffron, chilli, cilantro & mint. Keep warm & set aside.
3
Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil & season with sea salt. Heat a large fry pan over high heat and cook the fish skin side down for 2-3 minutes, then turn over and cook for a further 2-3 minutes or until cooked through to your liking.
4
Drizzle lemon sorrel (or any leafy green of your liking) with olive oil & lemon juice. Serve with the spicy saffron rice, salmon & guacamole.

425

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Guacamole:, 1 red onion, diced, Sea salt & cracked pepper, 1 green chilli, choped, and more.

Yes, Salmon With Saffron Rice & Guacamole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon With Saffron Rice & Guacamole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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