Tilapia with quinoa and cucumber
Description
This simple and delicious dish takes only 25 minutes to prepare. If desired, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the pan while cooking the fish to give it a special flavor.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Remove the skin from the tilapia fillet and cut the fish into 8 pieces. Cut the English cucumber into large pieces. Crumble the Feta cheese.
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Step 2
2. In a small saucepan, add the quinoa, 2 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and cook until the water has evaporated, about 15 minutes. Transfer the cooked quinoa to a bowl and let cool for 5 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pat the fish dry, season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook the fish fillets for about 4 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
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Step 4
4. Mix the chopped cucumber, basil, crumbled feta cheese, 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil, and lemon juice in a bowl.
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Step 5
5. Add the quinoa and mix. Season with salt and pepper.
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Step 6
6. Divide the quinoa among the plates, place the fish on top, and serve immediately. If desired, garnish the dish with lemon slices.