Description
A vibrant Mediterranean Salmon Bowl packed with fresh flavors, grilled salmon, crunchy vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce. This versatile and nutritious dish is perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or an impressive dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fillets Salmon
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 cup Quinoa or Couscous
- 1 cup Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Red Onion
- 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (optional)
- For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup Grated Cucumber
- For Garnishing:
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Mint
- Lemon Wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
- Generously season your salmon fillets with olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned salmon on the grill for 4-5 minutes per side or bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked quinoa (or couscous), diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives.
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, grated cucumber, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Layer your salad base in a bowl, placing the cooked quinoa and vegetables at the bottom.
- Top it off with the grilled salmon, drizzle with the tzatziki, and garnish with fresh parsley or mint.
- Enjoy your Mediterranean Salmon Bowl warm or chilled.
Notes
- Optional: Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- For a vegan option, substitute salmon with tofu or chickpeas.
- Ensure all grains used are gluten-free if preparing a gluten-free version.
- Store components separately for optimal freshness during meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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