Description
This Greek Salmon Quinoa Salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean with protein-packed salmon and quinoa. Perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
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Quinoa:
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
Salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Salad:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water or broth to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Bake Salmon: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Bake for 12–15 minutes until flaky.
- Prepare Salad: Combine quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, feta, and parsley in a bowl.
- Make Dressing: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad, toss gently.
- Serve: Top salad with flaked salmon and enjoy warm or chilled.
Notes
- For a lighter version, skip the feta or use a dairy-free alternative.
- This salad stores well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and makes a great make-ahead lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop, Tossing
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg