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Healthy Mediterranean Salmon Bowl

Savory Healthy Mediterranean Salmon Bowl for Cozy Nights

This Healthy Mediterranean Salmon Bowl is a wholesome and delicious meal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Fork

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon

  • 6 ounces Salmon fillet rich in omega-3 fatty acids
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil helps keep the salmon moist
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder adds savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika brings smoky warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano staple in Mediterranean cooking
  • ½ teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavors
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper adds touch of spiciness

For the Base

  • ½ cup Quinoa a protein-packed whole grain
  • 1 cup Vegetable broth infuses quinoa with flavor

For the Toppings

  • ½ cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup Cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup Red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • ¼ cup Feta cheese crumbled

For the Creamy Finish

  • ¼ cup Hummus
  • 1 tablespoon Tahini
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice brightens the dish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground cumin optional but recommended

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the salmon fillet on the lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake the salmon in the oven for approximately 15-18 minutes or until opaque and flakes easily.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth, bring to boil, reduce heat to low and cover to simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • While quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables: wash and dice cherry tomatoes and cucumber, and thinly slice red onion.
  • Once quinoa is cooked, remove it from heat and let sit, covered, for about 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  • In a large serving bowl, start with a base of fluffy quinoa, top with cooked salmon, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, olives, and crumbled feta.
  • Dollop hummus and drizzle tahini over the top, then squeeze fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley and cumin.

Notes

Check for bones in salmon, rinse quinoa before cooking, and feel free to swap in seasonal veggies for variety.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg
Keyword cozy nights, easy recipes, healthy dinner, Healthy Mediterranean Salmon Bowl, quinoa bowl, salmon bowl
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