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Heart-Healthy Salmon Quinoa Bowl

A Delicious and Nutritious Heart-Healthy Meal

2servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Heart-Healthy Salmon Quinoa Bowl

About this recipe

Enjoy a quick and satisfying meal with our Heart-Healthy Salmon Quinoa Bowl. Perfectly baked salmon paired with fluffy quinoa and vibrant sautéed vegetables creates a balanced dish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and essential nutrients. Suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, this recipe supports heart health without compromising on flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Bake salmon in the oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

  4. 4

    Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions.

  5. 5

    In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Add spinach and cherry tomatoes to the pan, and cook until spinach is wilted.

  7. 7

    Serve salmon over a bed of quinoa, topped with sautéed vegetables and sliced avocado.

Chef's tip

For added flavor, consider sprinkling some fresh dill or parsley over the salmon before serving.

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