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A close-up view of a bowl containing garlic herb salmon, quinoa, and colorful vegetables.

Garlic Herb Salmon Bowls

Enjoy a flavorful and healthy salmon bowl packed with fresh herbs, veggies, and a zesty lime dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 4 pieces skinless salmon fillets 4-5 oz each
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 unit lime (juice and zest) juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 2 Tbsps raw honey
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • to taste sea salt and fresh ground black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes
  • 1-2 peppers jalapeno peppers (sliced)
  • 3 green onions sliced green onions

Extras

  • lots lots fresh lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Marinate salmon with garlic, herbs, lime, honey, and oil for 30 minutes.
  • Cook quinoa or rice and prepare veggies.
  • Cook salmon in a skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
  • Assemble bowls with quinoa, salmon, avocado, tomatoes, jalapeños, and green onions. Squeeze lime over everything.
  • Finish with lime wedges and season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

Marinate the salmon for better flavor and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Keyword Salmon