Pan-Seared Mackerel with Lemon Herb Quinoa

A delightful main dish featuring crispy pan-seared mackerel served on a bed of fragrant lemon herb quinoa. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside. 2. In a small bowl, mix the cooked quinoa with lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper. Set aside. 3. Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. 4. Season the mackerel fillet with salt and pepper. 5. Place the mackerel skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. 6. Flip the mackerel and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through. 7. Serve the mackerel on a plate with the lemon herb quinoa on the side. 8. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.

1 mackerel fillet (about 150g) 1/2 cup cooked quinoa 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 lemon (juice and zest) 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped) 1 teaspoon fresh dill (chopped) Salt and pepper to taste Optional: lemon wedges for serving