Sesame-Ginger Salmon & Avocado Grain Bowl

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

A vibrant grain bowl featuring pan-seared salmon, creamy avocado, and a zesty sesame-ginger dressing over quinoa and roasted vegetables for a nutrient-packed meal. This Asian-inspired salad recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, quinoa, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 (5 oz each), boneless salmon fillets
• 1 cup, uncooked quinoa
• 1.5 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1, sliced avocado
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook quinoa according to package instructions (usually 1 cup quinoa to 2 cups water, simmered 15 minutes). Fluff with fork and set aside.
2. Step 2: Toss broccoli and cherry tomatoes with 1 tsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until tender-crisp.
3. Step 3: Pat salmon dry and season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crisp. Flip and cook 3-4 minutes more until cooked through.
4. Step 4: Whisk together 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame seeds for dressing. Divide quinoa between bowls, top with roasted vegetables, salmon, and avocado slices. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with extra sesame seeds.