Julia Roberts’ favorite easy dinner: wild-caught salmon, avocado and brown rice.It’s nutritious and aligns with the Mediterranean diet with protein, healthy fats and whole grains.The meal is simple to prepare, can be made in advance and promises to be satisfying.
We’re always looking for easy dinner inspiration, and Julia Roberts’ go-to salmon dinner reminds us that keeping things simple and fresh may be best.
In an interview with People, the actor shared what she eats in a day, and it was lovely to see how quick and nutritious each meal in her day typically was. Her favorite dinner has only three main ingredients, and it reminds us of the balanced plate of the Mediterranean diet, as it spotlights protein, healthy fats and whole grains.
For her main protein, Roberts opts for wild-caught salmon, and salmon is a great source of many nutrients like brain-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, anti-inflammatory antioxidants like astaxanthin (gives the salmon its red pigment!), immune-healthy vitamin D and more. While fresh salmon will taste delicious when modestly prepped with salt, pepper and oil, you can spruce it up with a zesty marinade for elevated flavor.
The Academy Award winner likes to pair her salmon with avocado and brown rice for a filling meal. Avocados are packed with heart-healthy fat, fiber and protein that will add a bright flavor to her plate. And brown rice will help with digestion—and even has some protein, which makes this meal oh-so satisfying.. You can also make your rice ahead of time if you’re in a time crunch.
This simple, nutritious dinner requires minimal prep, will keep you full for the rest of the day and can promise flavorful forkfuls. We think the actor would also love some of our EatingWell recipes featuring her favorite dinner staples, like our highly rated Salmon Rice Bowl or our Lemon-Garlic Salmon Bites, combined with her go-to sides.
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