🐟🌿 Fresh, vibrant, and oh-so-satisfying—this Greek Salmon & Veggie Quinoa Salad is packed with flavor and good-for-you ingredients! Juicy grilled salmon, fluffy quinoa, and a rainbow of roasted veggies come together in a hearty bowl that’s balanced by a creamy avocado-dill yogurt sauce. It’s light yet filling, perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep! 🥑✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🐟 Grilled Salmon
• 2 salmon fillets (4–6 oz each)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Juice of ½ lemon 🍋
🌾 Quinoa Salad Base
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• ½ cup cucumber, diced 🥒
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
• ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese 🧀
🥗 Roasted Veggies
• 1 small zucchini, sliced
• 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt, pepper, and oregano to taste
🥑 Avocado Dill Sauce
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• ¼ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
• Juice of ½ lemon 🍋
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Water or olive oil to thin (if needed)
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🔥 Instructions
1. Cook the Quinoa
• Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions.
• Fluff with a fork and set aside.
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2. Roast the Veggies
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Toss zucchini and bell pepper with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
• Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
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3. Grill the Salmon
• Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high.
• Brush salmon with olive oil and season with oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
• Cook 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through and flaky.
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4. Make the Avocado Dill Sauce
• In a bowl, mix avocado, Greek yogurt, dill, and lemon juice.
• Season with salt and pepper, and thin with water or olive oil until drizzly.
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5. Assemble the Salad
• In each bowl, layer quinoa, cucumbers, tomatoes, and roasted veggies.
• Top with grilled salmon.
• Drizzle with avocado dill sauce and sprinkle with crumbled feta.
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✨ Bright, flavorful, and loaded with wholesome ingredients—this bowl is sure to become a favorite.
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