Alaskan-Style Smoked Salmon & Dill Quinoa Bowls

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

A vibrant bowl of quinoa loaded with smoked salmon, fresh veggies, and a zesty lemon-dill dressing for a healthy, satisfying meal. This Alaskan-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs quinoa, smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups, cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup, flaked smoked salmon
• 1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, crumbled (optional) feta cheese

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups cooked quinoa, 1/2 cup flaked smoked salmon, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently for 1 minute until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill and 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese (if using), then serve immediately.