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Spiced Salmon with Roasted Carrots and Coconut Lime Quinoa

2023-10-26 - Written by: Anya Petrova

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Spiced Salmon with Roasted Carrots and Coconut Lime Quinoa

A vibrant and healthy meal featuring pan-seared salmon with a fragrant spice rub, roasted carrots for sweetness, and coconut lime quinoa for a touch of tropical flair.

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets (6-8 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Rub spice mixture evenly over both sides of salmon fillets.

  2. Roast the carrots: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chopped carrots with coconut oil, salt, and black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.

  3. Cook the quinoa: While carrots are roasting, combine quinoa, water or broth, and coconut milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and quinoa is cooked through. Fluff with a fork.

  4. Sear the salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned salmon fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.

  5. Assemble the dish: Stir lime juice and cilantro into the cooked quinoa. Serve salmon fillets over a bed of coconut lime quinoa, topped with roasted carrots.