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Cranberry-Orange Salmon Protein Power Bowl
A nutritious and vibrant bowl combining baked salmon, quinoa, kale, and tart cranberries for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 piece 4-ounce salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, separated
- to taste salt and pepper
- 0.25 cup quick-cooking quinoa
- juice of 1 small orange (about 1/4 cup) orange juice
- 0.5 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Coat salmon with 1 teaspoon oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- Mix orange juice, remaining oil, honey, and yogurt to make dressing.
- Massage dressing into kale until well coated.
- Assemble the bowl by topping kale with salmon, quinoa, pecans, cranberries, and drizzle with dressing.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and nutrition.