Spiced Salmon With Bright Quinoa
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!
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🥘 Ingredients
- quinoa ¾ cup
- chicken broth ¾ cup
- paprika 1 tsp
- turmeric 1 tsp
- salt
- cherry tomatoes 1 pint
- cucumber 1 small
- cilantro ½ cup
- lemon 1
- cloves ½ tsp
- cumin 1 tsp
- nutmeg 1 tsp
- salmon 4 6-ounce fillet
- olive oil 2 tbsp
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1In rice cooker, combine quinoa , chicken broth , paprika , turmeric , and salt . Cook, and add more water or chicken broth and cooking time as needed for desired texture.
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2Meanwhile, finely dice cherry tomatoes , cucumber , cilantro , and zest lemon . Cut naked lemon into wedges for serving.
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3In a small bowl, combine cloves , cumin , and nutmeg . Salt salmon generously on all sides, then coat the top of each fillet with the spice blend.
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4When quinoa is finished, toss with diced vegetables, cilantro, lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil. Mix well.
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5Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil 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.
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6Serve salmon on a bed of quinoa with a lemon wedge and enjoy immediately.