(Serves 2)
Ingredients:
- 2 tilapia fillets (6–8 oz each)
- ¾ cup quinoa
- 1½ cups water or broth
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions:
1. Cook the Quinoa: Rinse quinoa. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and broth/water. Bring to boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with fork.
2. Sauté the Zucchini: Heat ½ tbsp olive oil in a pan. Add zucchini, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and tender.
3. Cook the Tilapia: Pat dry and rub both sides with Cajun seasoning. Heat ½ tbsp oil and butter in a skillet. Cook fish 3–4 minutes per side, until flaky and opaque.
4. Serve: Plate quinoa, zucchini, and tilapia. Garnish with lemon wedges.