Blackened Salmon with Garlic Herb Quinoa and Spinach Salad

A nutrient-dense, high-calorie meal designed to support weight gain and muscle building, featuring perfectly blackened salmon fillets that deliver rich flavor and healthy fats. This dish is complemented by a garlic herb quinoa that serves as a hearty, carbohydrate-rich side, packed with protein and fiber. Accompanying the salmon and quinoa is a fresh spinach salad, bursting with cherry tomatoes, for a refreshing contrast and valuable micronutrients. This recipe is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy individuals looking to meal prep without compromising on health or taste. Each component harmonizes beautifully to create a satisfying and balanced plate, perfect for fueling your fitness journey while introducing exciting flavors inspired by Korean cuisine. Enjoy the delightful interplay of textures and tastes, and feel good about nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.

Overview

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

30 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 cup (400 grams)

Salmon Fillets

Skin-on preferred

Recommended Brand: Fresh Catch

4 pieces (6 oz each)

Paprika

Smoked for extra flavor

2 tablespoons

Garlic Powder

1 teaspoon

Onion Powder

1 teaspoon

Black Pepper

Freshly cracked

1 teaspoon

Olive Oil

2 tablespoons

Quinoa

Rinsed

Recommended Brand: Bob's Red Mill

1 cup

Chicken Broth

Low-sodium for cooking quinoa

2 cups

Spinach

Raw, for salad

Recommended Brand: Fresh

4 cups

Cherry Tomatoes

Halved

Recommended Brand: Organic

1 cup

Lemon

Juiced, for dressing

1

Feta Cheese

Optional for salad (omit if vegan)

Recommended Brand: Crumbled

1/2 cup

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

550

Total Fat

30g

Saturated Fat

5g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

17g

Polyunsaturated Fat

8g

Cholesterol

85mg

Sodium

620mg

Total Carbohydrates

30g

Dietary Fiber

5g

Soluble Fiber

1g

Insoluble Fiber

4g

Total Sugars

3g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

45g

Calcium

50mg

Iron

1.5mg

Potassium

950mg

Vitamin A

60mcg

Vitamin C

5mg

Phosphorus

600mg