Description
This Spiced Salmon Bowl is a vibrant and healthy meal, featuring perfectly seasoned salmon served with fluffy quinoa and a refreshing cucumber-dill salad. It’s a well-balanced dish that’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and fresh flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Spiced Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 4–6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
For the Quinoa:
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
For the Cucumber-Dill Salad:
- 1 cucumber (sliced thinly)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- 1/4 avocado (sliced)
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh herbs (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Quinoa:
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water (or vegetable broth) to a boil. Add the quinoa and a pinch of salt, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside. - Make the Cucumber-Dill Salad:
In a medium bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, red onion, and fresh dill. Drizzle with olive oil and white wine vinegar (or lemon juice). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss to combine and set aside to allow the flavors to meld. - Prepare the Spiced Salmon:
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the salmon fillets. - Cook the Salmon:
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon once it’s done cooking. - Assemble the Bowl:
Divide the cooked quinoa among bowls. Top with the spiced salmon fillets and a generous serving of the cucumber-dill salad. Add optional toppings like sliced avocado, extra herbs, and lemon wedges if desired. - Serve:
Serve the bowls warm, and enjoy a healthy, flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can grill or bake the salmon if you prefer, instead of pan-searing it.
- To make the dish even more filling, you can add some roasted vegetables like sweet potatoes or bell peppers to the bowl.
- For a dairy-free version, ensure the dressing in the cucumber salad is free of any yogurt-based ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Healthy, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg