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Soothing Salmon with Turmeric-Ginger Quinoa

Soothing Salmon with Turmeric-Ginger Quinoa 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.

Migraine
Prep
10m
Cook
25m
Total
35m
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Ingredients

  • 2 Salmon fillets
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 5 ounces Spinach
  • 1 Lemon 1 Lemon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa and cook according to package directions using 2 cups of water. Stir in turmeric and grated ginger during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  2. While quinoa cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Place salmon fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  4. Add spinach to the skillet during the last minute of cooking the salmon. Toss to wilt.
  5. Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork. Divide quinoa between two plates. Top with cooked salmon and spinach.
  6. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

Servings: 2 · Author: RecipeRX