Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Start your day with these high protein smoked salmon quinoa breakfast bowls. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly creamy quinoa every time. The crispy smoked salmon and fresh veggies make this a light and satisfying breakfast. Try it with my Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe Ready in 10 Minutes and Creamy Boursin Chicken Recipe Ready in 25 Minutes.
Why This Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls Is Pure Comfort
- High in protein to keep you full all morning
- Easy to customize with your favorite veggies
- Ready in just 20 minutes for a quick breakfast
- Better than takeout and perfect for meal prepping
What You'll Need for Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 green onions
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
- Optional: Chives
- Optional: Capers
- Optional: Red onion
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Quinoa: Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove bitter taste.
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How to Make Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
- Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions with 2 cups of water.
- Prepare Veggies: Dice avocado and cherry tomatoes. Slice green onions.
- Cook Salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add smoked salmon and cook until crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked quinoa between two bowls. Top with crispy smoked salmon, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and green onions. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook quinoa. It can become mushy. If it's still hard, add more water and cook for a few more minutes.
- Pro tip: For extra protein, add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to the quinoa while it's cooking.
- Pro tip: Make a big batch of quinoa at the beginning of the week for easy breakfast prep.
- Pro tip: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Storing & Reheating Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Quinoa can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezing Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeño to the bowls.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the smoked salmon for cooked bacon or ham.
- Make-ahead: Cook quinoa and dice veggies ahead of time for a quick breakfast.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for meal prepping.
- Troubleshooting: If quinoa is still hard after cooking, add more water and cook for a few more minutes.
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Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 green onions
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
Optional Toppings
- Chives
- Capers
- Red onion
Instructions
- Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions with 2 cups of water.
- Prepare Veggies: Dice avocado and cherry tomatoes. Slice green onions.
- Cook Salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add smoked salmon and cook until crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked quinoa between two bowls. Top with crispy smoked salmon, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and green onions. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeño to the bowls.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the smoked salmon for cooked bacon or ham.
- Make-ahead: Cook quinoa and dice veggies ahead of time for a quick breakfast.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for meal prepping.
- Troubleshooting: If quinoa is still hard after cooking, add more water and cook for a few more minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Quinoa can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls FAQs
Yes, you can cook the quinoa and dice the veggies ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Quinoa can become mushy if it's overcooked. Make sure to cook it according to package instructions and drain any excess water.
No, the texture of the quinoa and veggies can become watery when frozen and thawed.
Yes, you can cook the smoked salmon in the air fryer at 375°F for 5-7 minutes per side.
You can substitute the smoked salmon for cooked bacon or ham.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy High Protein Smoked Salmon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
