30 Minute Thursday: Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl

This Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl is a flavorful and delicious, protein-packed meal. It’s filled with hearty quinoa, fresh corn, cherry tomatoes, and herbs. Tossed in a simple, white balsamic dressing and served with salmon seasoned with a honey garlic sauce, this easy dish is ready in just 30 minutes and full of flavor!

And just like that, it’s September!

I feel like a broken record, but this year really needs to stop going by so fast. Although, I am just the teeniest bit excited (ok, so that’s an understatement) about fall. The cooler weather, leaves changing colors, and all things apples and pumpkins! I may or may not have started testing fall recipes back in July to share with you soon…

But, before I get ahead of myself, it’s time to relish what’s left of summer and get excited for 30 Minute Thursday!

If you’re new around here, let me explain. On the first Thursday of every month, myself, along with some of my favorite blogging friends, will share some delicious meals that take just 30 minutes (or less) to make. From casseroles, to sandwiches, salads, pasta, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered for those easy, weeknight meals.

It’s no secret that I love seafood, though I feel like I’ve been slacking on sharing some of my favorite, tried and true recipes with you. The hubster and I especially love salmon, and we eat it at least once or twice a month. It’s fresh, healthier, and so easy to customize depending on your tastes.

So, it only seemed natural that I share one of my favorite, easy salmon dishes for 30 Minute Thursday! Not only is this dish simple to make, but it uses fresh produce and is perfect for summer meals.

This Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl is a flavorful and delicious, protein-packed meal. It’s filled with hearty quinoa, fresh corn, cherry tomatoes, and herbs. Tossed in a simple, white balsamic dressing and served with salmon seasoned with a honey garlic sauce, this easy dish is ready in just 30 minutes and full of flavor!

And since you’re all about the easy recipes, this salmon dish was definitely made for you! I mean, all of this deliciousness is ready in just 30 minutes…how can you not love that?

And quinoa…let’s talk about that. It’s one of my many other food loves, and I could eat it just about every day. From this salad to that breakfast dish, I love making my own combination. But when it’s paired with fresh corn from the cob, cherry tomatoes, red onion, oregano and basil…swoon. It’s just so fresh and tasty!

Now, onto the white balsamic dressing that tops this Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl. I’ve mentioned it before, but I absolutely love using white balsamic vinegar in just about any salad that I make. It has a milder flavor than regular balsamic and is perfect for lighter dishes. Combine that with some fresh herbs and olive oil, and you have a simple dressing that’s ready in no time.

The salmon definitely makes this quinoa bowl extra delicious. I actually used the same sauce to coat the salmon as I did with this Baked Honey Garlic Chicken, which is also a 30 minute meal. It gives the salmon just the right amount of flavor, which pairs perfectly with the quinoa and veggies.

So grab that fresh produce, whip up the honey garlic sauce, and make this simple Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl for an easy 30 minute meal!

Looking for more 30 minute meals? I’ve got you covered!

• Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
• BBQ Chicken Quesadilla
• Caprese Grilled Cheese

P.S. Check out my very first E-CookBook, 30+ Twenty Minute Meals: From Breakfast to Desserts and Everything in Between, designed with you in mind!

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Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl

This Honey Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowl is a flavorful and delicious, protein-packed meal. It's filled with hearty quinoa, fresh corn, cherry tomatoes, and herbs. Tossed in a simple, white balsamic dressing and served with salmon seasoned with a honey garlic sauce, this easy dish is ready in just 30 minutes and full of flavor!

10 minPrep Time

20 minCook Time

30 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

• 2 pieces fresh salmon
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
QUINOA BOWL
• 1 cup dried quinoa
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 3 ears corn on the cob
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup chopped, fresh basil
• 2 sprigs fresh oregano, leaves torn off
DRESSING
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400F. Lightly grease a medium baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
2. Place salmon in prepared pan. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, add honey, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Lightly brush over salmon, making sure to coat sides.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily.
6. While salmon is baking, prepare quinoa. In a medium pot, add quinoa and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, and then simmer for 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
7. While quinoa is cooking, place corn into boiling water and boil for about 5 minutes.
8. Remove corn and submerge into cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool for several minutes and then cut corn off cob and place into a large bowl.
9. Add cooked quinoa, tomatoes, red onion, basil and oregano in with corn.
10. Add olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
11. Divide quinoa mixture into two bowls. Top with prepared salmon.
12. Serve immediately.
13. Enjoy!

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Looking for more 30 minute meals? Then check out the recipes below from some of my favorite blogging friends!

Maple Ginger Beef from The Recipe Rebel

Pesto Gnocchi with Sausage, Mushrooms, and Asparagus from Flavor the Moments

One Pot Pea and Corn Pasta from Savory Nothings

Grilled Romaine Salad with Roasted Chickpeas and Tomatoes from Floating Kitchen

Baked Pork Chops with a Cinnamon Glaze from Bake.Eat.Repeat.