Blackened Salmon Glow Bowl
A vibrant, nourishing bowl with bold blackened salmon, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing—packed with color, flavor, and feel-good ingredients.
🛒 Ingredients
🐟 Blackened salmon
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Blackening spice:
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne (optional for heat)
🥗 Bowl base
- 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or mixed greens
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup red cabbage, shredded
- Optional: corn, edamame, or chickpeas
🍋 Glow dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Season the salmon
- Pat salmon dry.
- Rub with olive oil and coat evenly with blackening spices.
2. Cook the salmon
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook salmon 3–4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
- Let rest a couple minutes, then flake or leave whole.
3. Build the bowl
- Add your base (rice, quinoa, or greens).
- Arrange veggies and avocado around the bowl.
- Place salmon on top.
4. Make the dressing
- Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth.
5. Finish
- Drizzle dressing over the bowl.
- Add extra lemon squeeze if desired.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Top with sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds
- Add a soft-boiled egg for extra protein
- Serve slightly warm or chilled
🔥 Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—get a good sear on the salmon
- Adjust cayenne for spice level
- Use quinoa for a higher-protein base
- Add a yogurt-based sauce if you want it creamier
✨ Why it’s a “glow bowl”
It’s loaded with healthy fats, protein, fiber, and fresh veggies—great for energy, skin, and overall balance, while still tasting bold and satisfying.
If you want, I can also make you a spicy mango version, a low-carb cauliflower rice bowl, or a meal prep version for the whole week.