Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables
A flavorful grilled salmon dish marinated in lemon and herbs, served with protein-packed quinoa and a medley of seasonal roasted vegetables, perfect for boosting iron levels while being mindful of heart health.
Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon with Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables is a lunch recipe ready in about 50 minutes. Each serving has approximately 917 kcal, 69g protein, 92g carbs, 31g fat.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
Marinate the salmon fillet in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
Rinse quinoa and cook in a pot with double the amount of water for about 15 minutes or until fluffy.
Chop the zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes, then toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast in the oven at 200°C for 20 minutes.
Grill the marinated salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
Serve the grilled salmon on a bed of quinoa with roasted vegetables on the side.