Herbed Lemon Salmon Bowl with Quinoa & Avocado 🥗🍋🐟
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories per Serving: ~500 kcal
Ingredients 🛒
For the Bowl:
2 salmon fillets 🐟
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa (yields ~1 1/2 cups cooked) 🍚
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
1 cup fresh spinach or arugula 🥬
1/2 cucumber, diced 🥒
1 avocado, sliced 🥑
Lemon slices, for garnish 🍋
For the Herb Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 🍋
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
1 garlic clove, minced 🧄
1 tsp honey 🍯
Salt and black pepper to taste 🧂
Directions 🥄
Cook the Quinoa:
Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then cook according to package instructions (typically 1 cup water to 1/2 cup quinoa). Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Prepare the Salmon:
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until the salmon is flaky and cooked through.
Make the Herb Dressing:
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Assemble the Bowl:
Divide the cooked quinoa between two bowls. Add spinach or arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado slices around the quinoa. Place the grilled salmon on top.
Drizzle & Garnish:
Drizzle the herb dressing over the entire bowl and garnish with lemon slices.
Tips & Variations:
Add Crunch: Sprinkle toasted almonds or sunflower seeds for extra texture.
Customize Veggies: Swap spinach for kale or add roasted sweet potatoes.
Protein Switch: Substitute salmon with grilled chicken or tofu for variety.