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Salmon and Avocado Power Bowl

Salmon and Avocado Power Bowl

The Salmon and Avocado Power Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious meal featuring pan-seared salmon, creamy avocado, and a variety of fresh vegetables, all drizzled with a lemon-tahini dressing. This dish is designed to be both visually appealing and satisfying, making it a family favorite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Fresh Salmon Fillets (6 oz each)
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Cooked Quinoa or Brown Rice
  • 1 Ripe Avocado
  • 2 Cups Baby Spinach or Kale
  • 1/2 Cup Cucumber (sliced)
  • 1/4 Cup Red Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 4 Radishes (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp Tahini
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Maple Syrup
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp Warm Water
  • Fresh Parsley, Hemp Seeds, or Toasted Sesame Seeds

Method
 

  1. Prepare the base grain according to package instructions.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes.
  5. Remove the salmon from heat and let it rest.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and minced garlic, adding warm water until pourable.
  7. Divide cooked grains and fresh greens between two bowls.
  8. Top with sliced cucumber, red onion, radishes, and avocado.
  9. Place a warm salmon fillet in each bowl and drizzle with dressing, garnishing as desired.

Notes

To prevent avocado from browning, squeeze lemon juice on slices. Serve immediately for best flavor.