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Mediterranean salmon bowl

Salmon Bowl Recipe


  • Author: Noran
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

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 56 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