Tropical Salmon Meal Prep Bowls
Ingredients
- Cajun Salmon:
- 4 skinless boneless salmon filets
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 Tbsps homemade Cajun seasoning
- Dressing:
- zest of 1 fresh lime
- juice of 2 fresh limes
- 2 Tbsps olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 Tbsps maple syrup or raw honey
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- a pinch of sea salt
- Bowls:
- 1 x 15oz cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 2 medium mangos, diced
- 1 avocado, chopped
- 1/3 cup unsweetened dried coconut
- 1 bunch fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- additional lime wedges, to serve
- 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees f. and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Rub the salmon filets on both sides with the oil and Cajun seasoning and roast for 10-12 minutes, or until flaky.
- In a jar, combine all the dressing ingredients and shake to emulsify. Alternatively, you may whisk all dressing ingredients into a small bowl.
- To assemble your bowls, divide the beans, brown rice, cucumber, mango and avocado equally among 4 bowls.
- Top with coconut, Cajun salmon, and freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
- Drizzle everything with your homemade dressing and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Enjoy!
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