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
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.
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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.
