Salmon and quinoa salad
This Salmon and Quinoa Salad is a rejuvenating and healthy dish that features flaky salmon, fluffy quinoa, and crisp vegetables, tossed in a light dressing of olive oil and lemon juice. It's a simple, good for the heart dish that is perfect for enjoying with your furry friend.
Ingredients
- 1 (6oz/170g)- Salmon fillet
- 1/2 (120ml) - Quinoa
- 1/4 cup (60ml) - Cucumber
- 1/4 cup (60ml) - Bell pepper (any colour)
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) - Olive oil
- 1 Tsp (5ml) - Lemon juice
Directions
- Preheat your oven at 350°F (175°C)
- Dice the cucumbers and bell peppers.
- Rinse the quinoa.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water (or low sodium broth) to a boil.
- Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed quinoa. Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cover the pot with a lid. Let the quinoa cook for about 15 minutes, or until it absorbs all the water and becomes fluffy.
- Place the salmon in your oven for about 15-20 minutes. It should be fully cooked and easily flaked with a fork.
- After the quinoa is cooked, remove the pot from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. This allows the quinoa to steam further, making it fluffier.
- Flake the salmon into small, bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, flaked salmon, diced cucumber, and bell pepper.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and gently toss to combine.
Cooking tips for pets and humans:
Avoid harmful ingredients: Avoid avocado and anything containing caffeine or alcohol as these can be harmful to your dogs. Onions, garlic, chocolate, grapes and raisins as well as certain nuts can be deadly.
Seasoning: Keep dishes bland for pets. Dogs can be very sensitive to salt and spices, which can cause gastrointestinal upset. It’s best to remove a portion for your dog before adding any seasonings for your own servings.
Consult your vet: New foods should always be checked with a veterinary doctor before being fed to dogs. This is important because it ensures safety and proper measurements, especially considering that different animals have varying nutritional needs based on health condition, age and size.
Recipets
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