Dairy Free Salmon Quinoa Bowl with Turmeric Ginger Dressing
This bowl is the kind of meal that looks like it came from a trendy café but comes together entirely in your own kitchen with straightforward, wholesome ingredients. Fluffy quinoa forms the base, topped with caramelized sweet potato, lightly charred broccoli, and a pan-seared salmon fillet with irresistibly crispy skin — it's a serious combination of textures and flavors. The real star is the turmeric-ginger dressing, whisked together with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and honey, which ties every component of the bowl together with a bright, warming kick. Everything here is naturally free of dairy, so there's no need to swap anything out or second-guess a single ingredient — it's built that way from the ground up. Creamy avocado slices add richness in place of anything heavier, making the bowl feel indulgent without relying on butter, cream, or cheese. Optional sesame seeds and fresh cilantro on top add a finishing touch that makes it feel genuinely restaurant-worthy. Whether you're cooking for yourself or feeding a table, this is the kind of nourishing, vibrant dinner that earns a permanent spot in the weekly rotation.
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4 servings
For the quinoa
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water
- ¼ tsp salt
For the roasted vegetables
- 1 large sweet potato (about 12 oz), peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each), skin-on
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds, dry-roasted (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Combine the rinsed quinoa, 2 cups water, and 1/4 tsp salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, until the water is fully absorbed and the quinoa tails have unfurled. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 2
While the quinoa cooks, spread the sweet potato cubes on one half of a large rimmed baking sheet. Toss with 1 tbsp of the olive oil, 1/8 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Roast for 15 minutes, until the edges begin to color.
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