Description
A wholesome and nourishing salmon bowl featuring perfectly baked salmon, fluffy quinoa, fresh veggies, and a flavorful soy-ginger sauce drizzle. This balanced meal combines lean protein, fiber-rich grains, and nutrient-packed vegetables for a delicious and healthy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Main Ingredients
- 1 fillet salmon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup steamed broccoli
- 1/2 avocado
Vegetables and Garnishes
- 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the salmon.
- Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Coat Salmon: Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and gently rub it in to coat evenly.
- Season Salmon: Season the salmon with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork, indicating it’s cooked through.
- Cook Quinoa: While the salmon bakes, cook quinoa according to package instructions if not already done.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and grated ginger.
- Heat Sauce: Heat the sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it simmers.
- Simmer Sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly, then remove from heat.
- Steam Broccoli: Steam broccoli for 4-5 minutes until tender but still vibrant green.
- Slice Avocado: While broccoli steams, slice avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh to cut into thin slices.
- Prepare Veggies: Slice cucumber into thin rounds and shred the carrots using a grater or food processor.
- Fluff Quinoa: Once cooked, fluff quinoa with a fork to separate the grains and improve texture.
- Assemble Bowl: Place a portion of quinoa into each bowl as the base.
- Add Vegetables: Arrange steamed broccoli on one side of the quinoa, sliced avocado next to it, then cucumber slices and shredded carrots on the other side.
- Add Salmon: Flake the baked salmon into bite-sized pieces and place on top of the quinoa.
- Drizzle Sauce: Pour the soy-ginger sauce over the assembled ingredients for balanced flavor.
- Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped cilantro on top for crunch and freshness.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your nourishing salmon bowl.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or cauliflower rice for variation.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content if preferred.
- Adjust honey amount in the sauce to your preferred sweetness level.
- The salmon can be seasoned with additional herbs like dill or parsley for enhanced flavor.
- Leftover ingredients can be stored separately and combined before serving to maintain freshness.
