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Sweet & Smoky Salmon Bowls with Citrus-Avocado Dressing

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Greenleaf

Salmon Bowl Recipe Healthy Dinner Quick & Easy Flavorful Vegetarian Option

Sweet & Smoky Salmon Bowls with Citrus-Avocado Dressing

A vibrant and healthy meal packed with flavor! This recipe features pan-seared salmon glazed with a smoky honey-soy sauce, served over fluffy quinoa with roasted sweet potatoes and a zesty citrus-avocado dressing.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked according to package directions
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Dressing:
  • ½ avocado, mashed
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
  2. While the sweet potatoes roast, whisk together honey, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky. Brush half of the honey-soy glaze over each fillet during cooking.
  4. To make the dressing, combine mashed avocado, lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, honey, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  5. To assemble bowls, divide quinoa among four serving bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, pan-seared salmon, and drizzle generously with citrus-avocado dressing. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.