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Greek Salmon Grain Bowls

Delicious Greek Salmon Grain Bowls Recipe for Healthy Eating

Enjoy vibrant Greek Salmon Grain Bowls loaded with flavor, perfect for healthy eating with omega-3 richness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets salmon 6 oz each
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup cucumbers diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs chopped parsley or dill
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine with 2 cups water in a pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season salmon with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Bake on parchment-lined sheet for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  3. While salmon bakes, chop cucumbers and halve cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice red onions.
  4. If making homemade tzatziki: mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill/mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Assemble bowls: start with quinoa base topped with salmon fillet, veggies, and tzatziki drizzle.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 34gFat: 22g

Notes

This recipe is versatile; consider substituting quinoa with brown rice or couscous and topping with feta or olives.

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