Grilled Herb Garlic Salmon Bowl (Printable Version)
Tender herb-marinated salmon paired with zesty avocado-tomato salad and fluffy rice for a nutritious Mediterranean-inspired meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon
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2-3 salmon fillets (about 170g each)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Lemon slices, for serving
→ Avocado & Tomato Salad
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1 ripe avocado, diced
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1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
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2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
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1 tablespoon chopped cilantro or parsley
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Rice
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1 cup white or brown rice
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2 cups water
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: squeeze of lemon juice and chopped herbs
# Steps To Follow:
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Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine rice, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer (white rice: about 15 minutes, brown rice: about 35–40 minutes). Let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
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In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture over the salmon fillets and let them marinate for 10–15 minutes.
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In a bowl, gently toss together the avocado, halved tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, lemon/lime juice, herbs, and seasonings. Chill in the fridge or keep at room temperature until ready to serve.
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Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the salmon for 4–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until it flakes easily with a fork and gets nice grill marks. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top before serving.
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Spoon rice into bowls. Add grilled salmon on top or to the side. Add a scoop of avocado tomato salad. Garnish with extra herbs or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
# Notes and Tips:
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For a more aromatic rice, consider adding a bay leaf during cooking or mixing in fresh herbs after cooking.
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The salmon can also be baked in the oven at 200°C for 12-15 minutes if grilling isn't an option.