Mediterranean Salmon with Vegetable Quinoa
A healthy and balanced meal featuring spice-rubbed salmon and fluffy quinoa. The quinoa is mixed with fresh cucumber, tomatoes, and herbs for a refreshing side. Salmon is broiled with cumin and paprika for a smoky flavor. A perfect example of the nutritious Mediterranean diet. Light, flavorful, and satisfying.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Rest
- 15 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Temperature
- Broil
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Cost
- $18
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.75 cup english cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 4 count basil leaves
- 1 count lemon zest
- 20 oz salmon fillets
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.25 cup parsley
Steps
- 1Cook quinoa; cool slightly.
- 2Mix in veggies and lemon zest.
- 3Rub salmon with spices.
- 4Broil 8-10 mins.
- 5Serve with quinoa.
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