Spiced Orange-Glazed Salmon with Quinoa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

Smokey-sweet salmon glazed with orange and cinnamon, served over a bed of fluffy quinoa for a flavorful, balanced dish. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, orange juice, orange zest for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp orange juice
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 cup, uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves, minced garlic

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp orange juice, 1 tbsp orange zest, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and brush with the glaze. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes until flaky.
2. Step 2: In a pot, bring 1 cup broth to a boil. Add 1 cup uncooked quinoa and 2 minced garlic cloves. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed.
3. Step 3: Serve salmon fillets over quinoa, garnished with additional orange zest and a sprinkle of cinnamon.