Diabetes-Friendly Salmon and Quinoa Salad
This Diabetes-Friendly Salmon with Quinoa and Green Salad is a simple, wholesome meal that combines protein, fiber, and healthy fats to help support your blood sugar management. It’s a flavorful and balanced dish that proves healthy eating can be both delicious and easy.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic peeled and minced
- 2 cup quinoa cooked and cooled
- 4 cup arugula
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1/2 cup tomato chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber chopped
- 1 lb salmon skinned
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, dijon mustard, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside for later.
- Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine cooked and cooled quinoa, arugula, chopped onion, cucumber, and tomato. Drizzle with the prepared vinaigrette, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss everything together.
- Cook the Salmon: Season salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon in the skillet, skin side up, and cook for 4 minutes without disturbing. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish feels firm and flakes easily. Let it cool slightly.
- Assemble the Salad: Break the cooled salmon into pieces using a fork and mix it into the quinoa salad. For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving. Enjoy immediately!