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Baked Salmon with Quinoa & Broccoli
8.3meal score / 10
40 gprotein
6 gfiber
2 gadded sugar
560kcal
Why it scores 8.3
| Pillar | This recipe | Reference | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein 30% | 7.1 g per 100 kcal | 7 g per 100 kcal | 10.0 | Good |
| Fiber 30% | 1.1 g per 100 kcal | 2 g per 100 kcal | 5.4 | Could be higher |
| Added sugar 20% | 2 g | 12 g (lower is better) | 8.3 | Good |
| Quality 20% | minimally processed | whole foods score highest | 10.0 | Good |
To score higher: Adding vegetables, beans, lentils or whole grains raises the fiber part of the score.
Ingredients
- 180 g salmon fillet
- 80 g cooked quinoa
- 120 g broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lemon
- Salt and pepper
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Season the salmon with olive oil, salt and pepper and bake for 12–15 minutes.
- Steam the broccoli until just tender.
- Serve the salmon over quinoa with broccoli and a squeeze of lemon.
The score is worked out the same way the app scores a logged meal. How the score works. More dinner ideas are on the recipes page and in meal ideas built around protein and fiber.
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General nutrition information, not medical advice. Figures are estimates. Talk to a doctor or dietitian about your own needs.