Salmon Quinoa Bowl
Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy Salmon Quinoa Bowl is fresh, bright and packed with flavor—perfect for even the busiest days!
Ingredients
- 2 6 ounce salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoon oregano chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt
- pepper to taste
- ⅔ cup quinoa rinsed and drained
- 1 ⅓ cups water
- 1 ½ cups cucumbers sliced
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
I always use Kosher salt in my kitchen! If using table salt, start with half the amount and adjust to taste, as it is much "saltier" by volume.
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 375°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in the rinsed and drained quinoa, toasting it for 1-2 minutes. Add the water and a pinch of salt, then bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 15 minutes. Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
- While the quinoa is cooking start the salmon. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place on the prepared pan. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of oregano, salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. Spread this mixture evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Spoon the cooked quinoa into a bowl. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Top with the baked salmon fillet and arrange sliced cucumbers on the side.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, ½ teaspoon of oregano and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle over the bowl to add a bright, citrusy finish. Enjoy!
Notes
- Fresh or frozen and thawed salmon fillets work beautifully.
- Serve over Lemon Herb Quinoa for added flavor! ❤️ It is so good!
- Add in a bed of mixed greens for additional texture and flavor. Avocado is also a great add-in.
- Or add in your favorite fresh, steamed or roasted veggies.
- Substitute the salmon for grilled or baked chicken.
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