Damn Good Salmon Taco Bowls For Two
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
616 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
South American
Damn Good Salmon Taco Bowls For Two
Description
Damn Good Salmon Taco Bowls For Two centers on wild salmon fillets coated with a seasoning mix of coconut sugar, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper, enhancing the fish with a subtly sweet and smoky profile. Cooking the salmon in the oven preserves its moist texture while allowing the spices to meld. The accompanying rice is prepared with a sauté of onion, green bell pepper, cilantro, and garlic, simmered in tomato sauce and a blend of spices including cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garlic powder, enriching the dish with depth and warmth.
The combination of tender fish and aromatic rice provides contrast in texture, while the refreshing toppings like avocado slices, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a squeeze of lime bring balance and creaminess. This dish is well suited for a nourishing lunch or dinner for two. It highlights a flavorful approach to salmon with complementary southwestern-inspired components.
The recipe suggests optional substitutions such as brown rice for jasmine rice, noting longer cooking times for brown rice according to package directions. Additional customization ideas can be found on the source post, offering flexibility for personal taste preferences.
Ingredients
- For the salmon:
- 2 wild salmon 6 oz each filets
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ lime juiced
- For the taco seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
- ¾ teaspoon cumin
- ¾ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ⅕ teaspoon cayenne pepper or just a pinch!
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- For the rice:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ¼ cup yellow onion very finely diced
- ¼ cup green bell pepper very finely diced
- ¼ cup cilantro finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon Coriander
- ¼ teaspoon Turmeric ground
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1 ¼ cups water
- ¾ cup jasmine rice or basmati white rice, uncooked
- For serving:
- avocado sliced
- Greek yogurt
- salsa or hot sauce
- cilantro
- green onion or red onion, diced
- lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and grease lightly with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray. Place salmon skin side down. Drizzle salmon filets with olive oil and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Next, prepare your salmon seasoning mix: in a small bowl mix together the coconut sugar, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt and pepper. Sprinkle your taco seasoning on the salmon. Use your fingertips to rub the seasoning in evenly all over the salmon. Set aside.
- Next prepare your rice: add olive oil to a medium pot and place over medium heat. Once oil is hot, add in onion, green pepper, cilantro and garlic. Saute until onions and green peppers soften, about 2-4 minutes. Bring heat to medium-low and add in tomato sauce, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes until sauce comes together. Next, add in water and bring to a boil. Once it boils, stir in rice, cover immediately and reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. After 15 minutes, remove pot from heat, stir rice with a fork and then place cover back on. Allow rice to steam covered for another 10 minutes off the heat.
- As soon as you put the lid on the rice (allowing it to steam), it’s time to get the salmon baking. Place salmon in oven for 15-20 minutes or until salmon easily flakes with a fork. Mine is always perfect at 16-18 minutes.
- When you are done, pile rice into two bowls, then add salmon filet on the side. Serve with avocado slices, greek yogurt, cilantro, salsa or hot sauce, green onion and lime wedges. YUM. Serves 2.
Notes
- Brown rice may be substituted for jasmine rice but requires longer cooking time as per package instructions.
- Additional customization options for these taco bowls are provided in the full post for varied flavor profiles.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 616 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1salmon bowl | |
| Calories | 616cal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 68.2g | 23% |
| Protein | 35.4g | 71% |
| Fat | 23.1g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2g | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 9% |
| Sugar | 10.6g | 21% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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