Grilled Salmon Dinner
Grilled Salmon with Quinoa and Steamed Broccoli
Ingredients:
1 salmon fillet (about 4 oz)
1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup steamed broccoli florets
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley) for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Season the salmon fillet with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Grill the salmon for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
While the salmon is grilling, cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
Steam the broccoli until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the salmon, quinoa, and broccoli are cooked, assemble your dinner plate.
Place the grilled salmon fillet on the plate, alongside the cooked quinoa and steamed broccoli.
Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon and quinoa.
Season the broccoli with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Serve and enjoy your nutritious and protein-packed dinner!
Nutritional Information (approximate):
Grilled salmon fillet: 200 calories, 25-30 grams of protein
Cooked quinoa: 100 calories, 4 grams of protein
Steamed broccoli: 50 calories, 2 grams of protein
Lemon juice and olive oil: <50 calories
Total: <450 calories, 30-40 grams of protein
