Salmon with Herby Vegetable Quinoa

Salmon with Herby Vegetable Quinoa
Preparation time is 10minutes
Cook time is 35minutes
Total time is 45minutes
Serve is for 4 people
Estimated cost per serve is 11.63 dollar
Difficulty level: 2 out of 4

10 Ingredients

Number of servings
4
  • 2tablespoons olive oil
  • 180grams quinoa
  • 3 1/3 cups vegetable stock, hot, made with 1 stock cube
  • 480grams salmon
  • 2 medium zucchini, peeled into ribbons
  • 250grams peas, frozen
  • 4 spring onions, trimmed and chopped
  • 1 bunch mint, fresh, chopped
  • 1/2 bunch parsley, fresh, chopped
  • 2 medium lemon, 1 juice and zest, 1 chopped into wedges

Nutrition per serving

2580 Kilojoules or 618 Calories
30% of daily energy intake*
Protein
12.1grams
Fat
12.8grams
Carbs
46.0grams
Sugars
11.6grams

Quantities above are a guide only. *Percentage daily energy intake is based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ.

Description

Salmon and quinoa is a nutritious and filling choice for an easy midweek meal.

Method

Step 1 of 3

Place the quinoa in a saucepan on medium heat, pour over the hot stock and simmer for 20 minutes until tender and fluffy.

Step 2 of 3

Heat a large pan on medium heat, brush the salmon fillet with oil and cook skin side down for 10 minutes, turn over and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the pan and set aside to rest.

Step 3 of 3

Heat the rest of the oil and add the zucchini ribbons, peas and spring onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the peas are warmed through. Tip into the pan with the quinoa and stir through the herbs, lemon zest and juice. Serve with the salmon fillets and a lemon wedge on the side.

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