Recipe Video
Instructions
Prep the Veggies
5 minutesDice the bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.
Prepare the Base
1 minuteOpen the QuinoPea. It can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or chilled—your choice.
Make the Salad
2 minutesIn a mixing bowl, combine QuinoPea, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and parsley. Mix well.
Season the Salmon
2 minutesPat the salmon dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Pan Sear & Baste
10 minutesHeat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the salmon and cook until golden on one side. Flip, then add butter, garlic, and rosemary. Baste with the melted butter until fully cooked through.
Assemble the Plate
2 minutesAdd a bed of the salad mixture to a plate. Place the salmon on top, then finish with a dollop of sour cream, sliced avocado, and garnish with lemon zest and fresh parsley.
Cooking Tips
- Pat salmon dry before cooking for the best golden sear.
- Cook salmon skin-side down first (if skin-on) for even cooking and crispness.
- Add butter only after flipping to prevent burning.
- Mix QuinoPea gently with greens to keep texture fluffy, not mushy.
- Add sour cream only right before serving to maintain creaminess.
Storage Tips
- Store salad mix and cooked salmon separately to avoid sogginess.
- Salmon keeps 2–3 days; the QuinoPea salad keeps 3–4 days.
- Add sour cream and avocado fresh when serving.
- Keep tomatoes whole until ready to assemble.
Chef Notes
- A touch of lemon zest enhances the freshness of herbs and salmon.
- Sour cream adds tang that pairs beautifully with quinoa + peas.
- Use colourful produce for a more vibrant plate presentation.
Substitutions
- Salmon → trout, cod, chicken, or tofu.
- Sour cream → Greek yogurt, tzatziki.
- Avocado → hummus or soft-boiled egg.
Variations
- Mediterranean Style: Add olives, cucumber, and feta.
- Spicy Style: Add chili flakes or chili crisp to salmon.
- Citrus Twist: Add orange segments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — 400°F for 10–12 minutes.
Yes — drain well and mix gently into the bowl.
No — it can be eaten warm, chilled, or room temp.
Yes — add sour cream/avocado fresh.
Recipe Details
Prep Time:
15 minutesCook Time:
10-15 minutesServing Size / Yield:
1-2 servingsCuisine Type:
CanadianDish Type:
Dinner / Main Course / Meal PrepNutrition Facts
Carbohydrates:
Ingredients
QuinoPea
1 pouch
Salmon
1 (your choice in size)
Mixed Greens
Handful
Cherry Tomatoes
Handful
Small Bell Pepper
1
Parsley
Garnish
Sour Cream
1 tbsp
Avocado
1 slice
Salt
1 tsp
Black Pepper
1 tsp
Butter
1 tbsp
Garlic
2 cloves
Rosemary
Lemon Slice & Zest
Optional