Sterling Spiced Salmon with Quinoa

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Crispy baked salmon glazed with a honey-mustard sauce, served over fluffy quinoa and steamed broccoli. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs salmon fillets, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce. Brush this glaze over salmon fillets. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and flaky.
  2. Step 2: While salmon bakes, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  3. Step 3: Toss broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Steam in a microwave-safe dish with 1/4 cup water for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Squeeze lemon slices over the top.
  4. Step 4: Serve salmon with quinoa and broccoli, garnished with additional lemon slices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sterling Spiced Salmon with Quinoa take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 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 Sterling Spiced Salmon with Quinoa?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sterling Spiced Salmon with 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 Sterling Spiced Salmon with Quinoa for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sterling Spiced Salmon with Quinoa?

American seafood 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.

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