Lean Lemon & Herb Salmon & Quinoa Bowl with Butternut Squash
Lean Lemon & Herb Salmon & Quinoa Bowl with Butternut Squash brings British flavour to a plate that delivers 37g of protein for 521 kcal. A reliable weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 130g Salmon Fillet
- 120g quinoa
- 80g butternut squash
- 80g asparagus
- 20g lemon juice
- 5g olive oil
- 6g garlic
- fresh parsley, thyme & black pepper
- lemon wedge
Method
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Prep everything first: wash and trim the butternut squash and asparagus, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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2
Rinse the quinoa and simmer in 2 parts water for 15 minutes until the tails appear, then fluff.
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Place the salmon on a lined tray, brush with some of the sauce and bake at 200°C for 12-14 minutes until it flakes easily.
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Toss the protein in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and herbs before cooking, and squeeze over more lemon to finish.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the butternut squash and asparagus for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the bowl: quinoa first, then the veg and salmon, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the lemon wedge.
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