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Grilled Salmon with Lemon Dill Quinoa
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and stir in the chopped dill, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- In a small saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining lemon juice and chopped dill to make the lemon dill sauce.
- Serve the grilled salmon over the lemon dill quinoa, and drizzle with the lemon dill sauce. Enjoy!
Grilled Salmon with Quinoa and a zesty lemon dill sauce is a dish that perfectly balances flavors and textures. This dish has its roots in the Pacific Northwest, where fresh salmon is abundant and quinoa has gained popularity as a nutritious grain. Renowned chefs like Tom Douglas in Seattle have elevated this dish, showcasing the region's best ingredients. The key to a perfect grilled salmon with quinoa lies in the quality of the fish and the balance of flavors in the lemon dill sauce. For a twist, some chefs also incorporate Mediterranean influences, using ingredients like olives and feta cheese. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale seafood restaurants along the West Coast.
30 min
4
350 calories
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