Go Back
A vibrant Mediterranean Salmon Bowl with pan-seared salmon, quinoa, cucumbers, and feta cheese

Mediterranean Salmon Bowl

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 645 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 (6oz) salmon fillets
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cucumber , diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tahin i
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon hone y
  • 1 tablespoon warm water

Instructions
 

  • Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Place salmon in the skillet skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes without moving to achieve crisp skin.
  • Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Prepare the dressing by whisking tahini, lemon juice, honey, and warm water in a small bowl until emulsified.
  • Divide the cooked quinoa evenly between two serving bowls.
  • Arrange the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and olives over the quinoa base.
  • Place one salmon fillet into each bowl and garnish with crumbled feta cheese.
  • Drizzle the lemon-tahini dressing over the components immediately before serving.