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Mediterranean Salmon Bowl

Mediterranean Salmon Bowl: A Flavorful Escape to the Sea

Experience a 30-Minute Mediterranean Salmon Bowl, a nourishing dish filled with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Choose bright pink fillets for freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil Can be swapped for avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dill Can swap for parsley
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or powdered
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup Maple syrup for vegan option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Salad
  • 1 large Cucumber Use English cucumbers
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 medium Red onion Finely chopped
  • 1 can Garbanzo beans (chickpeas) Drained
  • 1 cup Quinoa Cooked
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Dairy-free alternative if needed
  • 1/4 cup Feta cheese Optional
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives Optional garnish
  • 1 medium Avocado Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, dill, garlic, honey/maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
  3. Marinate the salmon fillets in the mixture for about 15 minutes.
  4. Place salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 9 to 12 minutes until flaky.
  5. Let the salmon rest for about 5 minutes after baking.
  6. In a bowl, mix cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garbanzo beans; toss with reserved marinade.
  7. To make Tzatziki, combine grated cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  8. Assemble the bowl with quinoa, salad, salmon, and Tzatziki; garnish with olives and avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the salmon for 15 minutes and use fresh ingredients. Keep salad components separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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