Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon with Quinoa Salad

Description:

This recipe features grilled salmon infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, served alongside a refreshing quinoa salad packed with colorful vegetables. It's a light and flavorful dish that is perfect for weight management and supporting insulin resistance.

Ingredients:

• Salmon fillets (GI: 0)
• Lemon (GI: 20)
• Fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, or thyme) (GI: 0)
• Olive oil (GI: 0)
• Salt (GI: 0)
• Black pepper (GI: 0)
• Quinoa (GI: 53)
• Cucumber (GI: 15)
• Cherry tomatoes (GI: 15)
• Red onion (GI: 10)
• Bell pepper (GI: 10)
• Fresh parsley (GI: 0)
• Lemon juice (GI: 20)

Cooking Instructions:

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the juice of half a lemon, chopped fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Brush the lemon herb mixture over the salmon fillets.
4. Place the salmon fillets on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and has grill marks. Remove from the grill and set aside.
5. In a medium saucepan, cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool slightly.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, diced bell pepper, and chopped fresh parsley.
7. Drizzle the quinoa salad with lemon juice and a bit of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve the grilled lemon herb salmon alongside the quinoa salad.

Flavor Profile:

The grilled lemon herb salmon has a bright and zesty flavor, complemented by the savory herbs. The quinoa salad offers a fresh and crunchy contrast, with a hint of citrus from the lemon juice. Together, they create a well-balanced and satisfying meal.

Serving Size:

This recipe serves 4.