Spicy Salmon Vegetable Meal-Prep Bowls

These Spicy Salmon Vegetable Meal-Prep Bowls are a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich vegetables, making them a nutritious and convenient option for lunch or dinner. The spicy flavor of the salmon pairs wonderfully with the tender-crisp vegetables and nutty quinoa, while the homemade sauce adds a delicious Asian-inspired touch.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 2 cups mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Sesame seeds for garnish
• Green onions for garnish

Instructions:

Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C

Put olive oil, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix them together

Make sure the salmon fillets are evenly covered with the spice mixture by brushing it on them

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and put the salmon fillets on it

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked all the way through

In the meantime, heat some olive oil over medium heat in a pan

Saut the mixed vegetables for about 5 to 7 minutes, until they are soft but still crunchy

To make the sauce, mix the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl with a whisk

Split the cooked quinoa between the containers for meal prep

Put cooked vegetables and a baked salmon fillet on top of each one

Pour the sauce over the vegetables and salmon

Put green onions and sesame seeds on top to make it look nice

For up to 4 days, cover and put in the fridge

You can heat it up in the microwave or eat it cold when you're ready