YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Seared Salmon with Steamed Asparagus and Lemon Herb Quinoa
Savor the bright flavors of perfectly seared salmon paired with tender steamed asparagus and a fragrant lemon herb quinoa. This light yet satisfying dinner combines the rich, buttery texture of the salmon with the fresh crunch of asparagus and the zesty, aromatic quinoa, crowned with a sprinkle of toasted almonds for an extra delightful crunch.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz Salmon Fillet
1/2 cup Cooked Quinoa
1 cup Steamed Asparagus
0.5 oz Toasted Almonds (slivered)
1/2 Lemon (zest and juice)
1 tbsp Fresh Herbs (parsley, dill, or basil)
PREPARATION
Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillet skin-side down and sear for about 3-4 minutes until a golden crust forms.
Flip the salmon carefully and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through. Remove from the pan and let rest briefly.
While the salmon is cooking, prepare the quinoa by stirring in freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, and finely chopped fresh herbs to the 1/2 cup of pre-cooked quinoa.
Steam the asparagus until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
To serve, plate the seasoned lemon herb quinoa as a base, arrange the steamed asparagus alongside, and top with the seared salmon. Garnish with a light sprinkle of toasted slivered almonds for added crunch.