Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Prepare the Quinoa

Trim the tough ends of the asparagus. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the asparagus, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.

Prepare the Asparagus

In a bowl, combine the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the salmon fillets and marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Marinate the Salmon

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the salmon fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Grill the Salmon

On a plate, serve the grilled salmon alongside the sautéed asparagus and quinoa. Enjoy your meal!

grilled salmon

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