Spiced Citrus-Infused Salmon with Avocado-Mango Salsa and Quinoa Pilaf

Spiced Citrus-Infused Salmon with Avocado-Mango Salsa and Quinoa Pilaf

This vibrant dish features salmon marinated in a zesty citrus blend, paired with a refreshing avocado-mango salsa and a nutty quinoa pilaf, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures that is both healthy and satisfying.

Recipe Categories:

30m prep
20m cook
4 servings
medium difficulty
Total: 50m
Ingredients
salmon fillets
4 pieces
orange juice
1 cup
lime juice
1 cup
olive oil
2 tablespoons
smoked paprika
1 teaspoon
ground cumin
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
black pepper
1 teaspoon
quinoa
1 cup
vegetable broth
2 cups
ripe avocado
1 piece
ripe mango
1 piece
red onion
1 cup
fresh cilantro
1 cup
Instructions
1

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 orange, juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.

2

Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated.

3

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water and drain. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

4

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.

5

While the quinoa cooks, dice 1 ripe avocado and 1 ripe mango into small cubes. In a bowl, combine the diced avocado, mango, 1/4 cup of chopped red onion, juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of salt.

6

Gently toss to combine and set aside. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the salmon from the marinade and place it on the grill.

7

Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the salmon is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and stir in 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

8

To serve, place a generous scoop of quinoa pilaf on each plate, top with a salmon fillet, and spoon the avocado-mango salsa over the top.

9

Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

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