Ocean View Smoked Salmon and Dill Quinoa
A light, elegant dish featuring flaky smoked salmon folded into perfectly cooked quinoa with fresh dill and lemon. This scandinavian-inspired quick meals ready in about 25 minutes pairs rinsed quinoa, water, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, rinsed quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 oz, cut into 1-inch pieces smoked salmon
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- Step 2: Remove from heat and fluff quinoa with a fork. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix smoked salmon pieces with chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4: Gently fold salmon mixture into cooled quinoa until evenly distributed. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ocean View Smoked Salmon and Dill Quinoa take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Ocean View Smoked Salmon and Dill Quinoa?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rinsed quinoa from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ocean View Smoked Salmon and Dill Quinoa?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Ocean View Smoked Salmon and Dill Quinoa for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Ocean View Smoked Salmon and Dill Quinoa?
Scandinavian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Another winner from the Scandinavian section. The salmon was the star, and the quinoa held up well.
- ★★★★★
Amazing how simple this is. The salmon and dill combo is divine. My new favorite weeknight meal.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a healthy meal. The dill flavor is spot on. I'll be making this again this week.
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