
Salmon with Quinoa
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove bitterness, then cook it according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Calories
- 520 kcal
- Servings
- 1
Macronutrient breakdown
- Carbs30%
- Fat35%
- Protein35%
Ingredients
- 180g Salmon fillet
- 80g Quinoa
- 100g Asparagus
- 0.5 Lemon
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dill
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove bitterness, then cook it according to package instructions until fluffy.
- 2
Season the salmon fillet with salt, pepper, finely minced garlic, and fresh lemon zest to enhance flavor.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- 4
Place the salmon skin-side up and sear for 4 minutes until golden brown.
- 5
Flip the salmon and cook for another 3 minutes or until cooked to your preferred doneness.
- 6
Meanwhile, steam or lightly roast the asparagus until tender but still crisp.
- 7
Plate the cooked quinoa as a base, then place the salmon fillet on top or alongside.
- 8
Add the asparagus to the side and garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges before serving.