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Light Quinoa and Salmon Power Bowl with Lemon Tahini: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Ella Rhodes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 cup quinoa
– 2 cups water or vegetable broth
– 2 salmon fillets (about 5-6 ounces each)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 avocado, sliced
– 1 cup baby spinach or kale
– ¼ cup tahini
– Juice of 1 lemon
– 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– Water to thin the dressing, as necessary
– Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or dill) for garnish


Instructions

Making the Light Quinoa and Salmon Power Bowl with Lemon Tahini is easy if you follow these steps:

1. Cook Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and all the liquid is absorbed.

2. Prepare Salmon: While the quinoa cooks, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

3. Season Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

4. Make Lemon Tahini Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Add water gradually until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.

5. Assemble the Bowl: Once the quinoa and salmon are ready, fluff the quinoa with a fork. In a large bowl, layer spinach or kale, quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices.

6. Top with Salmon: Place a baked salmon fillet on top of each bowl.

7. Drizzle Dressing: Generously drizzle the lemon tahini dressing over the assembled bowls.

8. Garnish: Finish with fresh herbs for an extra burst of flavor and color.

These steps will guide you in creating a Light Quinoa and Salmon Power Bowl that you’ll want to share with everyone!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2
  • Calories: 600 kcal
  • Fat: 30g
  • Protein: 36g