Oniokitty
Culinary Explorer
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup edamame, shelled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring the water or broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Assemble your bowl: Divide the cooked quinoa among serving bowls. Top each bowl with avocado slices, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and edamame.
- Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Flake the salmon into chunks and distribute evenly among the bowls.
- Drizzle with your favorite dressing or sauce, or simply finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.