Steamed Salmon With Quinoa

Salmon can be served in a variety of ways and is always a favorite among fish lovers. The health benefits of salmon is that it is low in calories and saturated fat, yet high in protein, and a unique type of health-promoting fat, the omega-3 essential fatty acids. Essential fatty acids are great for human health but because they cannot be made by the body, they must be obtained from foods.Wild-caught cold water fish, like salmon, are higher in omega-3 fatty acids than warm water fish. Each of these features in the fat composition of salmon helps reduce risk of unwanted inflammation and help maintain the good function of our immune and circulatory systems. Salmon is an excellent source of selenium, a very good source of protein, niacin and vitamin B12, and a good source of phosphorus, magnesium and vitamin B6.
Here is a wonderful recipe that will please everyone in the family.

Ingredients
1/2 cup quinoa
1 cup water
sea salt
1 carrot, finely diced
2 cups cilantro leaves, (plus for garnish)
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. olive oil, (plus more for brushing)
1/2 tsp. cumin powder
1/4 tsp. red chile flakes
2 5oz. fillets wild salmon, skin removed
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions
1.Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a small saucepan, bring water and 1/4 tsp. salt to a boil.Add quinoa and carrots and bring to a boil,then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Let quinoa rest,covered,for 10 minutes,then fluff with a fork.
2.Combine cilantro,garlic,lemon juice,olive oil,cumin,chile flakes,and
1/2 tsp. saltin a food processor.Process until smooth.
3.Lightly season salmon with salt.Brush bottom of a metal steamer basket with oil.
4.Arrange fish in a steamer and set over boiling water, covered, for 6 to 9 minutes, or until fish is cooked through.
5.Lift fish out of steamer.Serve over quinoa.Spoon cilantro sauce on top of garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Serves 2

The following video shows you a quick simple way to prepare steamed salmon. Great if you are pressed for time. This way you can still get all of those wonderful, essential vitamins and nutrients in your body before running out the door.



Enjoy!!!!

Sylvie Thibert