Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Lemon Quinoa Recipe Savor the flavors of the Mediterranean with this vibrant and healthy baked salmon dish, complemented by zesty lemon quinoa and a colorful array of nutritious veggies.
Cost: $$ Mediterranean healthy lunch salmon quinoa lemon kale sweet potatoes Steps Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin. Bake the salmon for 15-20 minutes, or until it easily flakes with a fork. In a saucepan, combine the quinoa, vegetable broth, juice of 1 lemon, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. While the salmon is baking and quinoa is cooking, peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then roast them in the oven for 15-20 minutes. Grate the carrots and massage the kale with olive oil and lemon juice for a vibrant salad. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and stir in the zest of 1 lemon. Plate the lemon quinoa, baked salmon, roasted sweet potatoes, and the kale-arugula-carrot salad. Enjoy! Get recipes made for you on the Simmer app. Download for iOS Download for Android 