Quick & Easy Quick & Easy Dinner Healthy Quick & Easy Fish & Seafood Recipes Quick & Easy Healthy Salmon Recipes Salmon with Roasted Red Pepper Quinoa Salad 4.8 (5) 4 Reviews This zesty quinoa salad is delicious all on its own, with inspiration from the Mediterranean. Make a double batch for lunches later in the week. By Adam Dolge Adam Dolge Adam Dolge is an award-winning journalist, freelance writer and recipe developer. He is the author and food photographer for the blog The Real Recipes, where he shares recipes inspired by his experience working for food magazines and professional test kitchens. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 19, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters." tabindex="0" data-inline-tooltip="true"> EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Save Rate PRINT Share Close Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Nutrition Profile: Bone-Health Dairy-Free Healthy Aging Omega-3 Healthy Immunity Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Mediterranean Diet Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 ¼ pounds skin-on salmon, preferably wild, cut into 4 portions ½ teaspoon salt, divided ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar 1 clove garlic, grated 2 cups cooked quinoa (see Tip) 1 cup chopped roasted red bell peppers (from a 12-ounce jar), rinsed ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro ¼ cup chopped toasted pistachios Directions Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Pat salmon dry and sprinkle the flesh with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add to the pan, skin-side up, and cook until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn and cook until it's just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer to a plate. Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper, vinegar and garlic in a medium bowl. Add quinoa, peppers, cilantro and pistachios; toss to combine. Serve the salmon with the salad. Tips Tip: Keep a package of frozen cooked quinoa on hand to add whole grains to dinner in a flash. Shelf-stable packets are a great choice, too, but tend to be higher in sodium, so check the label if that's a concern for you. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2020 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 481 Calories 21g Fat 31g Carbs 36g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 4 oz salmon and 3/4 cup quinoa Calories 481 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 31g 11% Dietary Fiber 4g 13% Total Sugars 1g Protein 36g 72% Total Fat 21g 27% Saturated Fat 3g 17% Cholesterol 66mg 22% Vitamin A 1161IU 23% Vitamin C 6mg 6% Folate 59mcg 15% Sodium 707mg 31% Calcium 99mg 8% Iron 3mg 16% Magnesium 109mg 26% Potassium 774mg 16% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.