Description
Spring Salmon Bowls with Asparagus and Peas is a vibrant, nutritious dish that embodies the essence of spring. Featuring flaky salmon, crisp asparagus, and sweet peas, this bowl is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor and health benefits. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, it brings together fresh ingredients in a way that delights the senses and creates lasting memories. Enjoy a taste of springtime with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 bunch asparagus (about 8 oz)
- 1 cup fresh peas (or frozen)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water; bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes until crispy; flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes.
- While salmon cooks, steam or sauté asparagus until bright green and tender-crisp (3-4 minutes). Add peas in the last minute.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork; divide into bowls. Top each bowl with salmon, asparagus, and peas.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice and soy sauce or tamari over the bowls before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 67mg