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Spiced Citrus Salmon with Roasted Carrots and Coconut Quinoa

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Thyme

Salmon Citrus Quinoa Coconut Roasted Vegetables Gluten-Free

Spiced Citrus Salmon with Roasted Carrots and Coconut Quinoa

This vibrant and flavorful dish combines juicy salmon fillets with a sweet and spicy citrus glaze, roasted carrots bursting with caramelized goodness, and fluffy coconut quinoa for a satisfying and healthy meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Salmon Fillets, skin on or off

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil

  • 1 Orange, zested and juiced

  • 1 Lime, zested and juiced

  • 1 tsp Ginger, grated

  • 1/2 tsp Cumin

  • 1/4 tsp Paprika

  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

  • 1 lb Carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil

  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano

  • Pinch of Sugar

  • 1 cup Quinoa, rinsed

  • 2 cups Water

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut Milk

  • 1/4 cup chopped Fresh Cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the salmon glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange zest and juice, lime zest and juice, grated ginger, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate the salmon: Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the citrus marinade over them. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Roast the carrots: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chopped carrots with olive oil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. Cook the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  5. Steam the coconut milk: In a small saucepan, bring coconut milk to a simmer over medium heat. Do not let it boil.
  6. Cook the salmon: While quinoa cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated salmon fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
  7. Assemble the dish: Stir chopped cilantro into cooked quinoa. Gently stir in the warmed coconut milk. Serve salmon fillets over fluffy coconut quinoa with roasted carrots on the side.