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Hypertension-Friendly Meal Trio

Heart-Healthy and Delicious: A Hypertension-Friendly Meal Trio

2servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Hypertension-Friendly Meal Trio

About this recipe

Discover a heart-healthy meal trio crafted to aid in hypertension management while pleasing your palate. This balanced dish features succulent baked salmon, fluffy quinoa, and vibrant vegetables—ensuring both flavor and nutritional balance tailored for blood pressure wellness.

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Place on a baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Bake the salmon for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.

  4. 4

    While the salmon is baking, rinse and cook quinoa according to package instructions.

  5. 5

    Steam broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5-7 minutes.

  6. 6

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic and cherry tomatoes until the tomatoes are softened.

  7. 7

    Arrange salmon, quinoa, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes on a plate.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately and enjoy your hypertension-friendly meal trio!

Chef's tip

For additional flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley to the salmon before baking.

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