Cajun Salmon Burrito Bowl
Lunch, DinnerThe cajun salmon and burrito bowl is a nutrition powerhouse of a meal! This is a great option for anyone looking to gain the nutrition benefits of consuming fish and also getting a delicious meal.
Calories677kcal
Carbs25g
Protein31g
Fats49g
For Rest DayPerformance Benefits
This recipe is a great option on rest days or days with light physical activity as it is high in protein and healthy fats, while having a moderate amount of carbohydrates.
Health Benefits
This recipe is super rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, which are great for brain and heart health.
Expert Tips
A great meal prep option that can be enjoyed hot or cold!
Equipment
- Pan
- Oven
- Large Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 Salmon fillet
- 1 Onion chopped
- 70 g Rice
- 2 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 handful Baby spinach
- 1 tsp Cajun spice
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 Cherry tomatoes halved
- 50 g Green beans
- 50 g Peas (frozen)
For the sauce
- 200 g Greek yoghurt
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- ½ clove Garlic (minced)
- ½ handful dill
- ⅛ Cucumber (2 thin slices)
- ½ Lemon (squeeze of a lemon)
For the guacamole
- 1 Avocado
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- ½ Lemon (squeeze of a lemon)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- In a medium-sized bowl add the salmon, olive oil and Cajun spice and mix well.
- Place the salmon in the oven and cook for about 15 minutes.
- On a pan, cook the onions, garlic, mushrooms, green beans & peppers with a little olive oil until soft.
- Add the rice in boiling water to cook for 12 min until water evaporates.
- Mix the dill, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil with the yoghurt.
- For the guacamole simply mash the avocado with a little olive oil & lemon juice.
- Remove the salmon from the oven, remove the skin and break into pieces with a fork.
- In a medium-sized bowl add the rice to create a bed for the rest of the ingredients. Next add the mixed veg, tomatoes & salmon.
- Top the dish with the guacamole and yoghurt dressing.
Notes
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 677kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 31gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 11.6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 26.1gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 292mgPotassium: 1267mgFiber: 6.7gSugar: 9.7gVitamin A: 176ugVitamin C: 32.5mgCalcium: 259mgIron: 2.6mg
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