Healthy Salmon and Quinoa Power Bowl
This healthy power bowl features flaky salmon and fluffy quinoa, complemented by fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado. It's finished with a zesty lemon-dill dressing for a light and satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Skillet
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4-6 oz per person Salmon Fillets wild-caught preferred
- 1 cup per person Cooked Quinoa pre-cooked or quick-cooking
- Mixed Greens A generous handful per bowl (spinach, arugula, spring mix)
- 1/2 cup per bowl Cherry Tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup per bowl Cucumber diced or sliced
- 1/2 Avocado per bowl, sliced or diced
- 1-2 Lemon for juice and wedges
- Olive Oil Extra virgin, for cooking and dressing
- 1 tbsp Dill fresh, chopped
- Salt To taste
- Black Pepper To taste
Optional Additions
- Optional veggies Steamed asparagus, blanched green beans, or roasted broccoli florets
Instructions
Cooking Preparations
- Choose your preferred method to cook the salmon.
- For the air fryer, preheat to 400°F (200°C), season the salmon, and air fry for 8-12 minutes until cooked through.
- For the skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, season the salmon, and cook for 7-10 minutes total, flipping halfway, until cooked through.
- If quinoa isn't pre-cooked, follow package instructions to prepare it.
Dressing and Assembly
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Divide quinoa, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber among bowls.
- Add a cooked salmon fillet and avocado slices to each bowl.
- Drizzle generously with the lemon-dill dressing and garnish with extra dill or a lemon wedge before serving.
Notes
You can customize your power bowl by adding other vegetables like steamed asparagus, blanched green beans, or roasted broccoli florets. Adjust the amount of lemon and dill in the dressing to your taste. This recipe is easily scalable for more servings.