YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Seared Salmon Fillet with Quinoa and Roasted Asparagus
Enjoy a beautifully balanced dinner featuring a perfectly seared salmon fillet paired with fluffy quinoa and tender, roasted asparagus. The dish is enhanced with a touch of lemon and olive oil for a light, fresh finish, offering both satisfying flavor and a balanced nutritional profile.
INGREDIENTS
6 oz Salmon Fillet
3/4 cup cooked Quinoa
1 cup Asparagus
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 Lemon wedge
Salt and Black Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then cook it in a small saucepan with water (using a 1:2 ratio) until it is tender and fluffy, about 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
While the quinoa cooks, trim the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends. Toss the asparagus in half of the olive oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Place the asparagus on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, until tender and slightly crisp.
Season the salmon fillet with salt and black pepper. Heat the remaining olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the salmon skin-side down (if applicable) and sear for about 3-4 minutes until a golden crust forms. Flip the fillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is just cooked through.
Plate the dish by placing a portion of quinoa on each plate, top with a seared salmon fillet, and arrange the roasted asparagus alongside.
Squeeze a lemon wedge over the salmon and asparagus just before serving for a burst of fresh citrus flavor.