Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (4 oz each)
• 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small zucchini, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon (juice and zest)
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. 1.Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork when done.
2. 2.While quinoa cooks, season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and half of the minced garlic.
3. 3.Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Squeeze half the lemon juice over the salmon once cooked.
4. 4.Steam broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. 5.In a small bowl, whisk remaining olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic for a light dressing.
6. 6.Serve salmon over quinoa with vegetables on the side. Drizzle with dressing and garnish with fresh parsley.

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