Creative Blackened Salmon and Quinoa Bowl

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets(paid link)
• 2 tbsp olive oil(paid link)
• 1 ½ tbsp paprika(paid link)
• 1 tbsp garlic powder(paid link)
• 1 tbsp onion powder(paid link)
• 1 tsp dried oregano(paid link)
• 1 tsp dried thyme(paid link)
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper(paid link)
• 1 tsp salt(paid link)
• ½ tsp black pepper(paid link)
• 1 cup quinoa(paid link)
• 2 cup water(paid link)
• 1 lime(paid link)
• 1 avocado(paid link)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes(paid link)
• ¼ red onion(paid link)
• ¼ cup cilantro(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

2. 2

   While the quinoa cooks, prepare the blackened seasoning. In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and rub to coat. Generously sprinkle the blackened seasoning mixture over both sides of each salmon fillet, pressing gently to adhere.

4. 4

   Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and a dark, flavorful crust has formed. Adjust cooking time based on fillet thickness.

5. 5

   While the salmon cooks, prepare the toppings. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the avocado. Finely chop the red onion. Chop the cilantro. Juice half of the lime.

6. 6

   To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top each with a blackened salmon fillet. Arrange the prepared avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro around the salmon. Drizzle with fresh lime juice.

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