Description
This salmon bowl combine crispy salmon, quinoa, fresh veggies, and a creamy tzatziki dressing, this dish is not only delicious but also a great option for meal prep and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 5–6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked quinoa (or substitute with couscous or brown rice)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ pickled red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley or mint for garnish
For the Tzatziki Dressing:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed of excess water
- 1 teaspoon dried dill (or fresh dill if available)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Salmon
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (=200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture onto the salmon fillets.
- Place the fillets skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Cook the Quinoa
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- Cook according to package instructions (typically 1 part quinoa to 2 parts water).
- Fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.
Prepare the Tzatziki Dressing
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated cucumber, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and refrigerate until you need it.
Assemble the Bowl
- Divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls.
- Top each bowl with a salmon fillet.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced pickled red onion, olives, and crumbled feta.
- Drizzle tzatziki dressing over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or mint.
Notes
The nutrition facts and calories amounts are calculated per one serving size.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Mediterranean Dishes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 523.5cal
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 103g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Protein: 27g