Quinoa with smoked salmon and grilled vegetables

Vegetarian recipe, Meals

Bowl of quinoa, grilled vegetables, smoked salmon and basil cottage cheese sauce. CLINIQUE ÉPITHÉLIA- digestive health clinic. Team of nutritionists.

A delight for the taste buds!

One serving of this recipe exceeds the recommended daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids. We love it!

Omega-3 :

Dietary omega-3s, in plant or marine (oily fish) form, are beneficial for cardiovascular and cognitive health (e.g. concentration, memory).

Try to include sources of omega-3 in your daily diet to take full advantage of their protective effect.

Feed your brain, look after your digestive health and optimize your energy!
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Salmon:

Salmon is one of the fatty fish with the highest EPA/DHA (marine omega-3) content, and is also a high dietary source of vitamins B12 and D, as well as several other B vitamins.

Visit DHA is necessary to maintain brain function, slow cognitive decline, promote learning and reduce degenerative inflammation. Group B vitamins are essential for brain function, hemolytic function and, above all, energy function (they play an active role in macronutrient metabolism). Visit vitamin D has an impact on the absorption and retention of calcium and phosphorus, essential for bone construction. Furthermore, laboratory studies show that vitamin D could reduce the growth of cancer cells, help control infections, reduce inflammation and play several roles in the intestinal microbiota.

Camelina seeds:

Visit camelina seeds are the «Quebec chia seeds». These little seeds are very high in plant-derived omega-3s, as well as being a source of protein and vitamins. fibers. For example, per 15 g serving (1 ½ tbsp), you get around 4 g of protein and fiber, plus over 90 % of your daily omega-3 needs.

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Bowl of quinoa, grilled vegetables, smoked salmon and basil cottage cheese sauce. CLINIQUE ÉPITHÉLIA- digestive health clinic. Team of nutritionists.
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Quinoa with smoked salmon, grilled vegetables and basil sauce

A delight for the taste buds!   
One serving of this recipe exceeds the recommended daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids. We love it!   
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Basil protein sauce

  • ½ t. (125 ml) fresh basil finely chopped
  • ½ t. (125 ml) arugula finely chopped
  • 1 t. (250 ml) cottage cheese 1%
  • 2 small cloves of garlic thinly sliced
  • ½ lemon juice only
  • 1 lemon zest only
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) nutritional yeast flakes (optional)

Oven-roasted vegetables

  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) camelina (or olive or canola) oil
  • ½ lemon juice only
  • 225 g asparagus cut in half lengthwise and widthwise
  • 2 zucchinis cut into half-moons
  • 2 peppers sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Bowl

  • ½ t. (125 ml) quinoa sec
  • 300 g smoked salmon
  • Basil leaves (to garnish)
  • Sunflower seeds (to garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cook quinoa according to package directions (tip: rinse quinoa before cooking to reduce bitterness).
  • Arrange vegetables on baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and lemon juice and bake for around 10 to 15 minutes (or until desired texture).
  • Meanwhile, in an airtight container, combine all “Basil Protein Sauce” ingredients. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • Once quinoa and vegetables are cooked, divide into four portions. Add smoked salmon, sauce and garnish with sunflower seeds. Enjoy!

Notes

If using vacuum-packed frozen smoked salmon, be sure to thaw in cold water and refrigerate. Slightly pierce the bag to prevent the fish from thawing in an anaerobic state. Thaw your portion of smoked salmon within a short time before eating. Once thawed, consume within 24 hours and do not refreeze.
Recipe and photo by Marianne Lamy,