Description
A vibrant and healthy Grilled Salmon Power Bowl featuring quinoa, fresh veggies, and omega-3-packed salmon. Perfect for a nutritious and flavorful meal in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
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For the Bowl:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Salmon
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish.
- Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Grill the Salmon
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until cooked through.
3. Assemble the Bowl
- Divide cooked quinoa evenly between two bowls.
- Arrange baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, red onion, and cucumber around the edges.
4. Add the Salmon
- Place a grilled salmon fillet atop each bowl of quinoa and veggies.
5. Finish and Serve
- Drizzle remaining olive oil over each bowl.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinating enhances the flavor and keeps the salmon moist.
- Preheating the grill ensures even cooking.
- Handle salmon carefully to avoid breaking it when flipping.
- Assemble the bowl right before serving for freshness.
- Adjust the amount of olive oil to suit your taste.
