Looking for a mouthwatering dinner that’ll make your family think you’ve secretly enrolled in culinary school? Girl, I’ve got you covered! Today, I’m sharing my absolute favorite Mediterranean-inspired Herb-Crusted Salmon with Roasted Garlic Quinoa and Rainbow Vegetables. Trust me, this dish is not only Instagram-worthy but also packed with nutrients that’ll make your body say “thank you!”
Let’s get cooking, shall we? 🍽️
What you’ll need:
– 4 salmon fillets (wild-caught if possible, honey!)
– 2 cups quinoa
– Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley)
– 4 garlic bulbs (yes, bulbs – we’re not playing around!)
– Colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes
– Olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper
– A glass of wine (for you, not the recipe 😉)
First things first, preheat that oven to 400°F. While it’s heating up, let’s prep our herb crust. Finely chop those fresh herbs and mix them with some olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon zest. This mixture is about to become your new best friend!
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Now, coat those beautiful salmon fillets with our herb mixture. Meanwhile, cut the tops off the garlic bulbs, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap them in foil. Pop both the salmon and garlic in the oven – the garlic needs about 40 minutes, while our salmon will be perfect in 15-20 minutes.
For our quinoa, rinse it well (nobody likes bitter quinoa, right?) and cook it according to package instructions. Once it’s done, we’ll mix in that gorgeous roasted garlic – just squeeze it right out of those papery skins. It’ll melt right in and create the most heavenly flavor, I promise!
Don’t forget about those veggies! Chop them up, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them until they’re tender-crisp and slightly charred. The colors will make your plate look like a work of art!
Plate everything up by creating a bed of that dreamy garlic quinoa, topped with your perfectly cooked salmon, and surround it with those rainbow-roasted veggies. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and some fresh herbs.
Y’all, this dish is seriously restaurant-quality, but you made it yourself! How amazing is that?
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And remember, cooking is all about having fun and adding your own flair. If you want to switch up the herbs or try different veggies, go for it! That’s what makes cooking so amazing – it’s your kitchen, your rules!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with this salmon and that glass of wine I mentioned earlier. 😘 Don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends who could use a little kitchen confidence boost!
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