Introduction: Delight your taste buds with a burst of fresh flavors in our Citrus Glazed Salmon with Quinoa Salad. This vibrant and wholesome dish combines succulent salmon fillets, delicately glazed with a citrus-infused marinade, and a zesty quinoa salad that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Join us on a culinary journey where every bite is a symphony of taste and texture, creating a perfect harmony on your plate.
Ingredients:
For Citrus Glazed Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Quinoa Salad:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the glaze.
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the glaze over each fillet.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, prepare the quinoa. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
- Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven.
- Serve the Citrus Glazed Salmon over a bed of Quinoa Salad.
- Garnish with additional cilantro and lemon wedges.
Enjoy this fresh and flavorful Citrus Glazed Salmon with Quinoa Salad for a delightful and healthy meal!
