Salmon Bliss: A Heart-Healthy Delight

🥘 Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 lemons, juiced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 large zucchini, sliced
• 1 large bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large red onion, sliced

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and water or broth to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
4. Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish and brush the lemon herb mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon.
5. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. While the salmon is baking, steam the zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion slices in a steamer basket over boiling water until they are tender but still crisp.
7. Serve the salmon with the quinoa and steamed vegetables.