Waterfront Catch Seafood Bowl
A vibrant bowl featuring pan-seared salmon with lemon-herb glaze, served over garlic-sautéed seasonal vegetables and wild rice, inspired by Belltown's proximity to Pike Place Market seafood stalls. This seafood-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs wild salmon fillets, lemon, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz wild salmon fillets
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1.5 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 2 cups vegetable broth and 1 cup wild rice to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Step 2: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place skin-side down in a cold skillet, set to medium-high heat, and cook for 6 minutes until skin is crisp, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, mince 3 garlic cloves and sauté in 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant. Add frozen vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until heated through, then stir in 1 tbsp fresh dill, lemon zest, and 1/4 cup lemon juice from half the lemon.
- Step 4: Fluff cooked wild rice with a fork, divide into 4 bowls, top with salmon, and spoon vegetable mixture over the top. Garnish with remaining dill and lemon wedges.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Waterfront Catch Seafood Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Waterfront Catch Seafood Bowl?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep wild salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Waterfront Catch Seafood Bowl?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Waterfront Catch Seafood Bowl for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Waterfront Catch Seafood Bowl?
Seafood one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
