Grilled Salmon Quinoa Bowl with Avocado

Here’s a delicious and healthy Grilled Salmon Quinoa Bowl with Avocado recipe, perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner:

🥗 Grilled Salmon Quinoa Bowl with Avocado

Ingredients:

For the Bowl:

• 2 salmon fillets (about 5 oz each)
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup baby spinach or arugula
• Olive oil for grilling
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Dressing:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Quinoa:
   • In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth.
   • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.
   • Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. Grill the Salmon:
   • Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
   • Brush salmon with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
   • Grill skin-side down for about 4–5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes until opaque and flaky.
   • Set aside to rest for a few minutes.
3. Prepare the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Assemble the Bowls:
   • Divide the quinoa between two bowls.
   • Top with grilled salmon, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and spinach.
   • Drizzle with the dressing.
5. Serve:
   • Enjoy immediately while the salmon is warm. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill if desired.

🧡 Tips:

• Add feta or goat cheese for extra creaminess.
• Swap salmon for grilled chicken or tofu for variety.
• Make it spicy with a sprinkle of chili flakes or drizzle of sriracha.

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