Grilled Salmon and quinoa Salad

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Farro is a whole grain with similar texture, while brown rice is more budget-friendly.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Trout is a healthier option with similar flavor, while canned salmon is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a cost-effective substitute.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Cilantro adds freshness, while dried parsley is a budget-friendly option.

Pat salmon dry and season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil to help it grill evenly.

Rinse about 3/4 cup quinoa and cook according to package instructions, using roughly a 2:1 water to quinoa ratio. Fluff and let cool or use pre-cooked quinoa for convenience.

Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until emulsified.

In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, arugula, and fresh herbs. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.

Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high and lightly oil the grates. Grill the salmon flesh side down first for about 4 to 5 minutes, then flip and cook another 3 to 4 minutes until just flaky.

Place a bed of the quinoa salad on each plate, gently top with a grilled salmon fillet, and finish with an extra drizzle of dressing or fresh lemon juice.

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