Baked Salmon with Garlic Herb Veggies & Citrus Quinoa

Dinner

Oct 22

This is your “I want something nourishing, but I’m not spending my night in the kitchen” kind of meal.
Simple ingredients, one pan, and flavors that make your body hum with gratitude.

The Garlic Herb Veggies bring grounding energy.
The Citrus Quinoa adds brightness and balance.
And the Salmon — rich, flaky, full of healthy fats — keeps you strong and satiated without feeling heavy.

It’s the perfect Sacred Herb Studio-style dinner: vibrant, earthy, and deeply satisfying in that real-food, real-woman way.

💪 Why This Dinner Works (Inside + Out)

🐟 Salmon
Rich in omega-3s, protein, and vitamin D — this is skin, brain, and hormone food all in one.
Fun fact: Omega-3s are natural anti-inflammatories that literally help your body chill out after stress (and yes, that includes “life stress”).

🥦 Broccoli + Zucchini
Mineral-rich veggies that support digestion, detoxification, and steady energy.
Fun fact: Lightly roasted cruciferous veggies (like broccoli) activate liver detox enzymes — hello, glow-from-within energy.

🍋 Citrus Quinoa
Protein-rich, gluten-free, and full of fiber to balance your blood sugar. The lemon adds a bright, uplifting note — because you deserve meals that match your energy.

🌿 Garlic & Herbs
Your built-in immunity boosters — anti-inflammatory, circulation-supporting, and the secret to that “it smells amazing in here” moment.

🍴 The Recipe

Serves: 2
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 25 min | Total Time: 35 min
Protein: ~46g | Calories: ~520

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1½ cups broccoli florets
1 cup zucchini, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup cooked quinoa
Juice + zest of ½ lemon
1 tbsp olive oil
Sea salt + cracked pepper
Optional: fresh dill or parsley for garnish

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss the veggies with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast 10 minutes.
Add the salmon to the same pan, drizzle with lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Roast another 12–15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily.
Fluff quinoa and toss with lemon zest and a drizzle of olive oil.
Serve salmon over the quinoa and top with roasted veggies and herbs.

✨ Optional Ritual: Drizzle the finished dish with a little extra olive oil while whispering a quiet thank you to your body for carrying you through the day.

🔥 Macros (approx.)

Calories: 520
Protein: 46g
Fat: 25g
Carbs: 30g

🌿 Tips & Swaps

✨ Swap salmon for halibut, cod, or chicken thighs — all roast beautifully with garlic and herbs.
✨ Try lime or orange instead of lemon for a sweeter, warmer flavor.
✨ Add sliced cherry tomatoes or asparagus to the veggie mix for color and antioxidants.
✨ Double the quinoa and store it — it makes the best base for lunch bowls later in the week.

💬 Sacred Herb Studio Ritual

As your salmon roasts, light a candle and take three slow breaths.
Feel your shoulders drop. The world can wait for a few moments.

When you sit down to eat, remember: this is nourishment that loves you back — full of flavor, balance, and intention.
You’re feeding more than your body — you’re fueling your glow, your energy, your resilience.

📸 Tag your cozy dinner ritual with #SacredHerbEats — because self-care looks delicious on you.

Yield: 2

Author: Laura Paquin