Pan-Seared Mackerel with Lemon Herb Quinoa

Name: Pan-Seared Mackerel with Lemon Herb Quinoa
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 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

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20 minTotal time

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450kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

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

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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.

Main Dish

Steps

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