Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Easy high protein smoked salmon quinoa breakfast bowls are the perfect way to start your day. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to creamy quinoa and perfectly cooked salmon. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken Recipe with Pineapple and Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe for Dinner.
Why This Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls Is Pure Comfort
- High in protein to keep you full
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout and way healthier
What You'll Need for Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 cup quinoa
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Optional: Red onion
- Optional: Cucumber
- Optional: Lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- quinoa: Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove bitter taste.
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How to Make Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
- Cook quinoa: Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Cook salmon: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove from heat and flake with a fork.
- Prepare avocado: Dice avocado and squeeze lemon juice over it to prevent browning.
- Assemble bowls: Divide cooked quinoa, flaked salmon, diced avocado, and spinach among two bowls. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook quinoa. It can become mushy. If it's too hard, add a little more water and cook for another minute or two.
- Pro tip: For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeño or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
Storing & Reheating Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Quinoa can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
Freezing Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Not recommended for this dish.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, replace salmon with chickpeas or tofu.
- Best substitution: If you don't have quinoa, you can use cooked brown rice instead.
- Make-ahead: Cook quinoa and dice avocado ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your quinoa is too hard, add a little more water and cook for another minute or two.
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Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional Toppings
- Red onion
- Cucumber
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Cook quinoa: Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Cook salmon: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove from heat and flake with a fork.
- Prepare avocado: Dice avocado and squeeze lemon juice over it to prevent browning.
- Assemble bowls: Divide cooked quinoa, flaked salmon, diced avocado, and spinach among two bowls. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, replace salmon with chickpeas or tofu.
- Best substitution: If you don't have quinoa, you can use cooked brown rice instead.
- Make-ahead: Cook quinoa and dice avocado ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your quinoa is too hard, add a little more water and cook for another minute or two.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for this dish.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Quinoa can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sat. Fat: 4g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls FAQs
Yes, you can cook quinoa and dice avocado ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
You may not have cooked it long enough. Add a little more water and cook for another minute or two.
No, this recipe is best made on the stove top.
You can use canned salmon or chickpeas as a substitute.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
