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roasted salmon with broccoli and quinoa recipe

Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Quinoa

Matteo
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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 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
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment for easy cleanup.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Roast 15–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily (internal temp 125–130°F / 52–54°C) and broccoli edges are caramelized.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 40gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 380mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g
Keyword easy weeknight meal, gluten-free dinner, healthy meal prep, omega-3, roasted salmon with broccoli and quinoa, sheet pan salmon
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