Healthy Salmon Bowl
By Nmami Agarwal 08-Jan 2021 Reading Time: 3 Mins
The Healthy Salmon Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious meal that combines the richness of salmon with the freshness of vegetables and the heartiness of quinoa. This bowl is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and texture, making it a delightful and satisfying dish for lunch or dinner. The combination of fresh ingredients and a light dressing creates a refreshing yet filling meal, perfect for a health-conscious diet. Each component is carefully chosen to provide a balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
For a Serving Size of Two:
Ingredients:
- 200 grams cooked salmon, flaked
- 120 grams cooked quinoa
- 100 grams diced cucumber
- 100 grams diced cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams shredded carrots
- 50 grams sliced radishes
- 50 grams chopped fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure:
- In a large bowl, place the cooked quinoa as the base of the salad.
- Top the quinoa with the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, sliced radishes, and chopped spinach.
- Flake the cooked salmon over the vegetables evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the salmon and vegetables.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley and sesame seeds over the top before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Nutritional Benefits:
- Calories: 488 kcal
- Protein: 30.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.3 g
- Fat: 39.3 g