Description
A healthy and balanced meal featuring grilled salmon, quinoa, and steamed vegetables. Perfect for a nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then brush with olive oil.
- Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
- Steam mixed vegetables for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Plate quinoa, top with grilled salmon, and serve with steamed vegetables.
- Garnish with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for the best flavor.
- Substitute any vegetables based on preference.
- For extra flavor, add garlic or herbs to the quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: grilled salmon, quinoa, steamed vegetables, healthy meal