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roasted salmon with broccoli and quinoa recipe

Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Quinoa

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  • Author: Matteo
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Quinoa is a vibrant, gluten-free dinner that’s bold, comforting, and weeknight-easy—crispy-edged salmon, caramelized broccoli, and fluffy quinoa with bright lemon-garlic flavors.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz/170g each), preferably skin-on
  • 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets (about 5–6 cups)
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium broth
  • 2–3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon (zest + 2 tbsp juice)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional spice: ½ tsp smoked paprika or chili flakes
  • Optional finish: chopped parsley and a dollop of lemon-garlic yogurt sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment for easy cleanup.
  2. Cook quinoa: Combine quinoa and water (or broth) in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes until tender. Rest 5 minutes, then fluff.
  3. Prep broccoli: Toss florets with 1–1½ tbsp olive oil, half the garlic, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread on one side of the sheet pan.
  4. Season salmon: Pat dry. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, remaining garlic, lemon zest, ½ tsp salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika/chili. Place skin-side down on the other side of the pan. Drizzle salmon and broccoli with 1–2 tbsp lemon juice.
  5. Roast 15–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily (internal temp 125–130°F / 52–54°C) and broccoli edges are caramelized.
  6. Finish: Toss quinoa with remaining lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and extra salt/pepper to taste. Plate quinoa, top with salmon and broccoli, and sprinkle with parsley. Add yogurt sauce if desired.
  7. Meal prep: Divide into containers. Refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat quinoa with a splash of water or broth.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan—space helps the broccoli roast instead of steam. For a Mediterranean vibe, add oregano and paprika; for a spicy twist, brush salmon with chili-garlic sauce before roasting.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Find it online: https://www.goldenglutenfree.com/roasted-salmon-with-broccoli-and-quinoa/