Description
Lemon Herb Salmon Bowls are a healthy and flavor-packed Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring marinated salmon bites, fluffy rice, crisp salad, and a herby garlic yogurt sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is high in protein, gluten-free, and highly customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2/3 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tsp salt (for rice)
- 1 Lebanese cucumber (diced)
- 2 medium tomatoes (cut into wedges)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/4 red onion (sliced finely)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for salad)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 tsp salt (for sauce)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta
- Fresh parsley, oregano, or dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl. Add paprika, garlic powder, oregano, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Rinse rice until water runs clear, then cook with water and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes or until cooked. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Prepare the salad by combining cucumber, tomatoes, red pepper, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Toss gently.
- Preheat the oven broiler. Arrange marinated salmon on a lined baking sheet. Broil for 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway until salmon is cooked through and crispy on edges.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with garlic, dill, parsley, and salt to create the herby yogurt sauce.
- To assemble, layer cooked rice in bowls, add salad, top with broiled salmon, a dollop of yogurt sauce, and sprinkle with crumbled feta. Garnish with herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Air-fry salmon at 400°F for 7–10 minutes if preferred.
- Make each component ahead of time for easy meal prep.
- Swap Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives for a vegan option.
- Add olives, avocado, or chickpeas for extra texture and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 1147mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.003g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 113mg
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