Moroccan Spiced Salmon and Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• •2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •1 tsp ground coriander
• •1 tsp ground cumin
• •1/2 tsp paprika
• •1 cup cooked quinoa
• •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• •1 cucumber, diced
• •1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1 lemon, juiced
• •Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, mix olive oil, ground coriander, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.

2. 2

   Brush the salmon fillets with the marinade, coating them evenly. Let them sit for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the marinated salmon. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and golden brown.

4. 4

   While the salmon is cooking, prepare the salad base by combining cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine.

5. 5

   Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a minute before flaking it into large pieces.

6. 6

   Top the quinoa salad with the flaked salmon and serve immediately.