Description
A nutritious and flavorful Mediterranean Salmon Bowl featuring grilled salmon, fresh vegetables, quinoa, and a tangy lemon tahini dressing. Perfect for a balanced and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup hummus (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and flaky.
- While the salmon cooks, prepare the bowls by dividing the cooked quinoa between two serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Place the grilled salmon on top of the vegetables.
- Optionally, add a dollop of hummus and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately, drizzled with extra lemon juice or your favorite Mediterranean dressing if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or couscous.
- Use dairy-free feta or omit cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Add avocado or roasted chickpeas for extra texture and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg