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Roasted Salmon Quinoa Bowls

Roasted Salmon Quinoa Bowls

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Roasted Salmon Quinoa Bowls Roasted salmon quinoa bowls bring together protein, healthy fats, whole grains and a whole lot of flavor, thanks to a bright lime and chili dressing that ties every bite together. The dish is easy enough for a weeknight and quick to assemble once the salmon comes out of the oven.

  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper
1/2 cup cilantro, tightly packed, chopped
1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced

Chili Lime Dressing
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Salmon
1-Preheat the oven to 425 F: Preheat the oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and grease with olive oil
2-Pat the salmon dry with a paper: Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and place the fillets skin side down on the prepared baking sheet.
3-Rub the fillets with olive oil and: Rub the fillets with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4-Roast in the preheated oven for about: Roast in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, until it just flakes with a fork.

Quinoa
5-While the salmon is roasting, combine the: While the salmon is roasting, combine the quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan.
6-Bring to a boil uncovered and reduce: Bring to a boil uncovered and reduce heat to low to maintain a simmer.
7-Simmer until all the water is absorbed,: Simmer until all the water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.
8-Remove the pot from the heat and: Remove the pot from the heat and cover for about 5 minutes to let the quinoa steam and finish cooking.
9-Remove the lid and fluff the quinoa: Remove the lid and fluff the quinoa with a fork.

Dressing
10-With a whisk, combine the olive oil,: With a whisk, combine the olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, cilantro, and salt.
11-To serve: To serve: Combine the quinoa with about 1/4 cup of dressing (to taste). Divide quinoa between 4 bowls. Place a piece of salmon over each bed of quinoa, add cucumber slices and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Drizzle salmon with additional dressing.

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  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Method: roast

Nutrition

  • Calories: 754
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 696mg
  • Fat: 37g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 46g
  • Cholesterol: 94mg