Salmon with Turmeric-Ginger Quinoa and Roasted Asparagus

Salmon with Turmeric-Ginger Quinoa and Roasted Asparagus is built to be delicious and practical while aligning with healthy eating principles. Serve with a big side of vegetables and a whole‑grain or legume base for extra fiber, and taste as you go—layering herbs and acids can make low‑salt cooking sing. Always follow your clinician’s guidance for personalized targets.

Prep
15m
Cook
30m
Total
45m
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Ingredients

  • 2 Salmon fillets
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 1 bunch Asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse quinoa and cook according to package directions.
  2. Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 12-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  3. While asparagus roasts, whisk together remaining olive oil, grated ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and drizzle with the ginger-turmeric mixture. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork. Divide quinoa, roasted asparagus, and baked salmon between two plates. Garnish with fresh dill.

Nutrition (per serving)


Servings: 2 · Author: RecipeRX