Magnesium-Rich Lemon Tahini Salmon Salad Bowl
A crisp, satisfying dinner bowl featuring baked salmon over dark leafy greens and pumpkin seeds dressed in lemon tahini. Packed with clean protein and magnesium to keep your energy steady.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Jo + Lila
Jo created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
This bowl can be prepped ahead by roasting the salmon and mixing the dressing in advance; store greens and dressing separately until ready to eat.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a small baking sheet with parchment…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place 120g salmon fillet skin-side down on…
Place 120g salmon fillet skin-side down on the baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and season with a pinch of black pepper.
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Bake the salmon for 12 to 15…
Bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Look for: it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C)
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Whisk 1 tbsp tahini
While the salmon bakes, whisk 1 tbsp tahini, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp warm water together in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
Look for: smooth and creamy
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Toss 2 cups spinach with 1 tbsp…
In a medium serving bowl, toss 2 cups spinach with 1 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds and the prepared tahini dressing.
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Top the greens with the baked warm…
Top the greens with the baked warm salmon fillet and serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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