Candida Diet Friendly Salmon Cucumber Bowl with Lemon-Herb Dressing
Eating to support a candida protocol doesn't have to mean bland, joyless meals — this bowl is proof of that. Flaky oven-baked salmon sits over a bed of baby spinach loaded with crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and peppery radishes, making every bite genuinely satisfying. The lemon-herb dressing pulls it all together with fresh dill, parsley, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar — ingredients that are not only bright and delicious but also well-suited to an anti-candida approach. Smoked paprika and garlic powder give the salmon a warm, savory depth without any sugar, vinegar-heavy condiments, or processed seasonings that can sneak into store-bought spice blends. Everything here is whole, clean, and straightforward, so you're not left second-guessing labels or hunting for specialty substitutes. It comes together in under 20 minutes of active cooking and serves four, which makes it an easy weeknight win when you need something nourishing fast.
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4 servings
For the salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp salt
For the bowls
- 5 oz baby spinach or mixed greens
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with the 2 tbsp olive oil, then season evenly with the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Arrange skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
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