Ingredients
Method
- Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat and toast the rinsed quinoa for 3 minutes, stirring frequently until it starts to pop slightly.
- Add the broth to the quinoa, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 15 minutes, then remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 more minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
- While quinoa cooks, pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Mix olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Rub the spice mixture all over salmon fillets and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Clean and oil grill grates well.
- Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes on first side without moving. Flip carefully and cook 3-4 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove salmon from grill and squeeze fresh lime juice over each fillet immediately.
- While salmon rests, whisk together all dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add cooled quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and mint to the dressing. Toss until well coated.
- Taste quinoa salad and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or salt as needed.
- Serve grilled salmon over quinoa salad and sprinkle with feta cheese if using. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Recipe Notes & Tips
No grill? Pan-sear salmon in a hot skillet with oil for the same cooking time, or bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes. Make-ahead: Quinoa salad can be made 2 days ahead. Add fresh herbs right before serving. Substitutions: Swap feta for goat cheese, add diced avocado, or use parsley instead of cilantro.
No grill? Pan-sear salmon in a hot skillet with oil for the same cooking time, or bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes. Make-ahead: Quinoa salad can be made 2 days ahead. Add fresh herbs right before serving. Substitutions: Swap feta for goat cheese, add diced avocado, or use parsley instead of cilantro.