Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas
Enjoy a romantic gluten-free dinner with baked salmon, asparagus, and quinoa. This healthy meal combines fresh ingredients and simple steps for a flavorful and satisfying experience.
Equipment
- 1 oven preheated to 400°F
- 1 baking sheet for salmon and asparagus
- 1 pot for cooking quinoa
Ingredients
- 2 fillets of salmon
- 1 cup asparagus
- 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season salmon fillets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon and asparagus on a baking sheet.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon.
- Bake salmon and asparagus for 15 to 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a pot.
- Add quinoa to the boiling broth, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
- Serve the baked salmon and asparagus with quinoa on the side.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for best flavor.
- Pair with a light salad for a balanced meal.
- Enhance flavor with fresh herbs like dill or parsley.