Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Fresh Mediterranean Salmon Bowl. Featuring flaky grilled salmon atop a colorful medley of quinoa and fresh vegetables, this dish is both healthy and visually stunning. Bursting with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, it’s the perfect meal for summer gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this bowl will impress your family and friends without sacrificing nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz fresh salmon fillets
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine quinoa and 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until fluffy.
- Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat. Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Dice cucumber and halve cherry tomatoes while slicing red onion thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, veggies, feta cheese, herbs, and lemon juice; toss gently.
- Assemble bowls by placing quinoa at the base, topping with grilled salmon and additional veggies.
- Drizzle with olive oil and more lemon juice if desired; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg