YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Herb-Crusted Pan Seared Salmon with Quinoa
Enjoy a delightful dish featuring a perfectly pan-seared 6 oz salmon fillet encrusted with aromatic herbs, served alongside a light bed of fluffy quinoa. The interplay of savory, bright herbal tones with the nutty quinoa creates an inviting meal ideal for dinner.
INGREDIENTS
6 oz Salmon Fillet
1/4 cup Dry Quinoa
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Mixed Dried Herbs
1 pinch Salt
1 pinch Black Pepper
1 Lemon Wedge
PREPARATION
Rinse the dry quinoa under cold water. In a small saucepan, add the quinoa and water (use a 1:2 ratio of quinoa to water). Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Let it cook for about 15 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
While the quinoa is cooking, pat dry the 6 oz salmon fillet. Lightly brush the salmon on both sides with 1 tsp of olive oil.
Season the salmon generously with a pinch each of salt and black pepper, and sprinkle 1 tsp of mixed dried herbs over the fillet to create a herb crust.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillet skin-side down (if the skin is on) and sear for about 3-4 minutes until a golden crust forms. Carefully flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
Plate the salmon alongside a serving of cooked quinoa. Squeeze a lemon wedge over the top for a bright, fresh finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy a wholesome, protein-rich meal.