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Two perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets served with fluffy quinoa, a delicious option for Nye dinner ideas.

New Year's Eve Dinner

A simple and elegant dinner for New Year's Eve celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: international
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Course
  • 4 salmon fillets skin-on
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
For the Side Dish
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp butter

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon skin-side down for 3 minutes.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
  5. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and stir in butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve the salmon with quinoa and a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

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