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One-Pan Fish and Quinoa

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A flavorful and healthy one-pan dish combining tender fish with fluffy quinoa and fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Main

  • 1 cup tri-color quinoa (rinsed)
  • 450 grams firm white boneless fish (cod, red snapper, sea bass, halibut)
  • 450 ml low-sodium vegetable or fish stock
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon lemon (zest and juice)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (cut into cubes)
  • 200 grams cherry tomatoes
  • 0.5 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves
  • 0.5 tablespoon chopped dill
  • as needed lemon slices
  • 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes

Instructions 

  • Season fish fillets with Cayenne, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Add quinoa, stock, butter, garlic, spices, salt, lemon juice, and zest to a skillet. Stir and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Place fish and cherry tomatoes on top of quinoa. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes until fish is cooked and quinoa is fluffy.
  • Remove from heat, let sit for 5 minutes, then serve garnished with herbs, chili flakes, lemon slices, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for best flavor and adjust spice level to taste.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: International
Keyword: Fish, healthy, Quinoa