by adrassen

Tasty Tuesday – Seared Garlic and Herb Salmon with Quinoa

3/14/18

Well…had an Oops! moment yesterday and completely deleted my original post for tonight. Unfortunately, I did not write down the recipe which leaves me no choice but to redo the dish and write it down as I cook.

BUT NEVER FEAR!!

I’ve had this one in the arsenal for a later date but now is as good of a time as any, I suppose! In coordination with Tasty Tuesday, we’re keeping it high protein and healthy today with a very quick and simple dish that any salmon lover is sure to enjoy! So let’s get to it!!!

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 4 skin-on salmon filets
  • 1 pink lemon – regular lemons work fine as well
  • 1 tbs fresh or dried parsley
  • 5 tbs grapeseed oil
  • 3 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • Old Bay herb & garlic seasoning
  • salt & pepper

Directions

  1. Rinse salmon. Place on a cutting board and using a paper towel, pat the filets to absorb excess moisture. Set aside.
  2. In a 2qt pan, bring 2 cups of water and quinoa to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes (stirring occasionally) until water is absorbed. Remove from heat.
  3. While the quinoa cooks, let’s prep our salmon! Now that you’ve completed step 1, it’s time for seasoning. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and herb & garlic seasoning.
  4. Once the quinoa is done, heat up 3 tbs grapeseed oil in a shallow pan on medium high heat for 3 – 4 minutes.
  5. Place salmon in the oil skin side down and gently press down on the filets with a spatula to ensure the skin fries well and doesn’t stick to the pan. Cook for 3 minutes. Gently flip the filets and press down again. Cook for 4 minutes.
  6. While the salmon cooks, squeeze the juice from half a lemon into the quinoa. Add remaining 2 tbs grapeseed oil, garlic powder & parsley. Mix well. Taste and add salt & pepper as desired.
  7. Place 1/2 cup of quinoa on a plate & top with salmon filet. Using the remaining half of the lemon, cut into thin slices and place 2-3 on top of each filet. Top with parsley if desired.

I’d love to know your take on this recipe so leave your comments below. Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram at @dinner_thyme_blog for sneak peaks and tips!

Enjoy!

XOXO – A

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