15-Minute Salmon and Quinoa Bowls: A Nutritious Feast
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A healthy and flavorful salmon and quinoa bowl packed with protein and nutrients.
- Author: eva
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook it in 2 cups of water for 15 minutes. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then cook for 4 minutes per side.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and divide it between two bowls.
- Top quinoa with cooked salmon, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle fresh dill on top.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked quinoa to save time.
- Substitute salmon with grilled chicken for variation.
- Add a drizzle of tahini or yogurt sauce for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 60mg