Description
Spicy-sweet honey harissa salmon quinoa bowls blend Mediterranean and North African flavors for a quick, nutritious meal. Fresh ingredients and bold seasonings create a delightful dining experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 (6 ounces/170 grams) salmon filets
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
Grains and Base:
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1/2 small head green cabbage, shredded (or coleslaw mix)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon harissa spice blend (not paste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 1/2 cup mixed soft herbs (cilantro, dill, parsley, and/or basil)
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Craft a zesty slaw by combining shredded cabbage, sliced scallions, and chopped fresh herbs in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt. Allow the mixture to marinate for 15 minutes, enabling flavors to meld and develop.
- Prepare salmon filets by thoroughly patting them dry with paper towels. Generously coat the fish with a blend of honey, olive oil, harissa spice, and ground cumin. Massage the seasonings into the salmon, ensuring an even, flavorful coverage.
- Position oven rack 6 inches beneath the broiler and preheat to high heat. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and carefully place seasoned salmon on the surface. Broil for 6-8 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent charring. Salmon is ready when it reaches a flaky, opaque texture and internal temperature indicates complete cooking.
- Construct the quinoa bowls by layering cooked quinoa as a base. Gently place the broiled harissa-infused salmon on top of the grains. Crown the dish with the prepared herb-infused slaw and add a generous dollop of creamy yogurt. Serve immediately to preserve optimal temperature and texture.
Notes
- Adjust harissa intensity by selecting mild or spicy varieties to match personal heat tolerance.
- Quickly massage herbs and lemon into slaw for maximum flavor absorption and tender texture.
- Ensure salmon is patted completely dry before seasoning to achieve perfect caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Replace yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like coconut yogurt for vegan adaptation without compromising creamy element.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 596 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg