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Salmon Rice Casserole

Creamy Salmon Rice Casserole for Easy Weeknight Comfort

This Creamy Salmon Rice Casserole is a quick and satisfying dish that combines flaky salmon with a rich curry-infused sauce, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups cooked rice use leftover rice
  • 2 cups 1% low-fat milk can swap with whole or plant-based milk
  • 1 to 1.5 cups cheddar cheese can use mozzarella or Swiss
  • 3 tablespoons flour for thickening the sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soft margarine can substitute with butter
  • 1 can canned salmon 14.75-ounce, drained
  • to taste teaspoon salt to enhance flavor
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce don't skip for full flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons of soft margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add 3 tablespoons of flour and a pinch of salt, stirring for 1 minute to create a roux.
  3. Whisk in 2 cups of 1% low-fat milk gradually, stirring to prevent lumps. Cook on low heat for about 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Mix in 1 tablespoon of curry powder and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce into the thickened sauce.
  5. Fold in the drained canned salmon and 3 cups of cooked rice
  6. Spread the mixture into the prepared casserole dish evenly.
  7. Sprinkle 1 to 1.5 cups of grated cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to add veggies like frozen peas or sautéed mushrooms for extra nutrition. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and are great reheated.

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