Lemon Garlic Grilled Salmon with Quinoa and Asparagus
A flavorful grilled salmon dish served with a side of quinoa and sautéed asparagus, enriched with lemon and garlic, providing a nutritious and balanced meal.
Lemon Garlic Grilled Salmon with Quinoa and Asparagus is a lunch recipe ready in about 35 minutes. Each serving has approximately 700 kcal, 53g protein, 70g carbs, 24g fat.
1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Marinate the salmon fillet in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
4. Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook in a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
5. While quinoa is cooking, grill the salmon for about 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through.
6. In a pan, add a little olive oil and sauté asparagus for 5-7 minutes until tender.
7. Serve the grilled salmon over a bed of quinoa with sautéed asparagus on the side.