Description
This Grilled Salmon and Quinoa Stack with Avocado Cream is a light and nutritious meal featuring tender grilled salmon, perfectly cooked quinoa, and a creamy avocado dressing. A refreshing, healthy dish that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 avocados
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 lemon (for juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa: Cook quinoa according to package instructions, then set aside.
- Prepare the salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Grill the fillets until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side (depending on thickness).
- Make the avocado cream: In a blender, combine the avocados, Greek yogurt, a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the stack: On each plate, place a scoop of cooked quinoa. Top with a grilled salmon fillet, and drizzle with the creamy avocado mixture.
- Serve: Enjoy your stack while it’s hot!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) on top before serving.
- If you prefer a spicy kick, add a bit of chili powder or hot sauce to the avocado cream.
- You can grill or pan-sear the salmon based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes