Description
A vibrant and heart-healthy Mediterranean bowl featuring seasoned salmon, quinoa, fresh veggies, tangy olives, and a creamy tzatziki drizzle. Perfect for lunch or dinner with nourishing ingredients from the sea and garden.
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
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2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Juice of ½ lemon
For the Bowl:
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1 cup cooked quinoa (or couscous)
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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½ cucumber, diced
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¼ red onion, thinly sliced
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¼ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
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¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
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Fresh parsley or mint for garnish
For the Tzatziki Sauce (optional):
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½ cup Greek yogurt
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¼ cucumber, finely grated and squeezed
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp chopped dill or mint
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Salt to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub salmon with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
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While salmon bakes, prepare quinoa and chop vegetables.
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Mix tzatziki sauce ingredients in a bowl and chill.
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Assemble bowls: Add a base of quinoa, top with veggies, salmon, feta, and olives.
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Drizzle with tzatziki and sprinkle fresh herbs on top.
Notes
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Swap salmon with grilled shrimp or tuna for variety.
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Vegan option: Replace salmon and feta with roasted chickpeas and hummus.
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Great for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g