Tilapia and Quinoa Salad

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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 tilapia fillets1 c dry quinoa2 tsp Olive Oil1 English Cucumber (with peel) Diced2 oz Athenos Reduced Fat Feta CheeseLemon Juice to tastePam SpraySalt pepper to taste1 tsp Paprika (or to taste)
Directions
Prepare Quinoa in 2 c water or stock (stock will alter calories and sodium content). Quinoa is typically prepared by rinsing well under cold water. Bringing 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until water has evaporated and quinoa is soft. Usually about 15 minutes.

Spray a large non stick skillet with pam. Heat on medium high heat. Pat fish dry and season with salt and pepper and paprika.

Cook fillets until opaque throughout, about 4 minutes per side depending on thickness and heat level.

Stir cucumber, feta, 2 tsp olive oil, and lemon juice into quinoa.

Serves 4

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MEWIEGELE.

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 342.5
  • Total Fat: 9.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 50.7 mg
  • Sodium: 282.4 mg
  • Total Carbs: 32.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.3 g
  • Protein: 32.1 g

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