Description
Spicy-sweet honey harissa salmon quinoa bowls bring Mediterranean flair to your dinner table with bold, zesty flavors. Crisp quinoa, perfectly seared salmon, and tangy harissa create a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 salmon filets (6 ounces / 170 grams)
Marinade and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon harissa spice blend
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Kosher salt (to taste)
Base and Grains:
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
Slaw Ingredients:
- 1/2 small head green cabbage (shredded) or coleslaw mix
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 1/2 cup mixed soft herbs (cilantro, dill, parsley, and/or basil)
- 1 lemon (juice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Garnish:
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant slaw by combining shredded cabbage, sliced scallions, and chopped fresh herbs. Enhance with a zesty splash of lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil. Season lightly with salt and allow the flavors to meld for 15 minutes.
- Meticulously pat salmon filets until completely dry. Generously season with salt, then lovingly coat with a glistening layer of honey and olive oil. Dust evenly with aromatic harissa and ground cumin, massaging the spices into the fish’s surface.
- Position oven rack approximately 6 inches beneath broiler. Preheat broiler to high intensity. Spread aluminum foil on a baking sheet and carefully place seasoned salmon onto the surface.
- Broil salmon for 6-8 minutes, vigilantly monitoring to prevent charring. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on filet thickness. Salmon is ready when it flakes easily and appears opaque throughout.
- Construct quinoa bowls by creating a fluffy base of cooked quinoa. Gently nestle the broiled harissa salmon atop the grains. Crown with the prepared slaw and finish with a luxurious dollop of cool yogurt. Serve immediately while flavors are at their peak.
Notes
- Select fresh, wild-caught salmon for the best flavor and texture, ensuring a rich, succulent dish that elevates the entire meal.
- Adjust harissa spice level by choosing mild or hot varieties to suit personal heat preferences or dietary needs.
- Control broiling time carefully to prevent overcooking, which can dry out the delicate salmon and compromise its luxurious, tender quality.
- Swap quinoa with cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option that maintains the recipe’s vibrant, nutritious profile and Mediterranean-inspired taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg