>> title: Spiced Salmon With Bright Quinoa
>> author: Mac Carrithers
>> date: 2025-01-20
>> description: This vibrant and flavorful salmon recipe is a breeze to prepare and leaves you with minimal cleanup. The salmon is coated in a bold spice blend that delivers a satisfying kick, while the zesty quinoa base balances the dish with its light, moist texture and a tangy touch. Perfect for a quick, wholesome meal!
>> time: 30 minutes
>> yield: 4 servings
>> tags: fish

In rice cooker, combine @quinoa{3/4%cup}, @chicken broth{3/4%cup}, @paprika{1%tsp}, @turmeric{1%tsp}, and @salt. Cook, and add more water or chicken broth and cooking time as needed for desired texture.

Meanwhile, finely dice @cherry tomatoes{1%pint}, @cucumber{1%small}, @cilantro{1/2%cup}, and zest @lemon{1}. Cut naked lemon into wedges for serving.

In a small bowl, combine @cloves{1/2%tsp}, @cumin{1%tsp}, and @nutmeg{1%tsp}. Salt @salmon{4%6-ounce fillet} generously on all sides, then coat the top of each fillet with the spice blend.

When quinoa is finished, toss with diced vegetables, cilantro, lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil. Mix well.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add @olive oil{2%tbsp} and when it begins to shimmer add the salmon fillets spice-side down. Cook for ~{3%minutes}, flip, and cook for an additional ~{2%minutes} until the salmon has nice color and is just cooked through.

Serve salmon on a bed of quinoa with a lemon wedge and enjoy immediately.