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Lemon Garlic Salmon with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables

  • Author: Trusted Blog

Description

A high-protein, anti-inflammatory dinner featuring omega-3 rich salmon, fiber-packed quinoa, and nutrient-dense roasted vegetables.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp turmeric, and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper. Spread on baking sheet.
  3. Roast vegetables for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. While vegetables roast, cook quinoa in water or broth according to package instructions.
  5. In a small bowl, mix remaining olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Brush over salmon fillets.
  6. After vegetables have roasted for 20 minutes, push to one side of pan and add salmon. Roast for 10-12 more minutes until salmon flakes easily.
  7. Fluff quinoa with fork and divide among plates. Top with salmon and vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.