YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Pan-Seared Salmon with Fluffy Quinoa and Tender Roasted Asparagus
Enjoy a vibrant and well-balanced plate featuring a perfectly crispy pan-seared salmon fillet, served alongside light and fluffy quinoa, and complemented with tender roasted asparagus spears. The dish is enhanced with a hint of lemon and garlic, making it a delightful meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Salmon Fillet
1/2 cup Cooked Quinoa
6 Asparagus Spears
1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 Lemon Wedge
1 Garlic Clove
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Pat the salmon fillet dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Once shimmering, add the salmon skin-side down (if applicable) and cook for about 3-4 minutes until crispy.
Turn the salmon over carefully and add a crushed garlic clove to the pan; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through but still moist.
While the salmon cooks, preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss the asparagus spears with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper, and arrange them on a baking sheet. Roast for about 10 minutes until tender but still with a slight crunch.
Warm the pre-cooked quinoa in a small saucepan or microwave until heated through. Fluff with a fork.
Plate the fluffed quinoa as a base, top with the crispy salmon fillet, and arrange the roasted asparagus on the side.
Squeeze a lemon wedge over the salmon for an extra burst of fresh flavor before serving.