Salmon, corn and quinoa are typical Chilean ingredients. Here they are combined to make a quick salad supper.
Quinoa is an ancient grain that is indigenous to the Andes Mountains in South America. It's considered a super crop because it contains more protein than any other grain and is a good source of fiber. It can be cooked like rice.
Using frozen corn and lima beans and diced tomatoes from the produce section of the market helps make this dinner a breeze.
Helpful Hints:
_ Quinoa can be found in the grain section of most supermarkets.
_ Diced fresh tomatoes can be found in the produce section of the supermarket.
_ The salmon can be served at room temperature or warm over the salad.
_ A quick way to chop cilantro is to snip the leaves with a scissors.
Countdown:
_ Prepare the ingredients.
_ Start the quinoa cooking.
_ While the quinoa cooks, saute the salmon.
Shopping List:
To buy: } pound salmon fillet, 1 package quinoa, 1 jar ground cumin, 1 package frozen lime beans, 1 package frozen corn kernels, 1container fresh diced tomato, 1 package washed, ready-to-eat spinach, 1 small bunch cilantro (optional).
Staples: olive oil spray, reduced-fat vinaigrette(ASTERISK), salt, black peppercorns.
(ASTERISK) Look for reduced-fat vinaigrette or oil and vinegar dressing containing per tablespoon: 11 calories, 1 g fat, 4 mg sodium.
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