Warm Salmon and Quinoa Power Bowl
A nourishing, easy-to-digest bowl featuring warm quinoa, pan-seared salmon, and gentle cooked spinach. Perfect for breaking a fast with sustained energy and minimal prep.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Anita + Lila
Anita 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.
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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
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in…
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Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in…
Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Season 150g salmon fillet with a pinch…
Season 150g salmon fillet with a pinch of salt and place it skin-side down in the hot skillet; cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and browned.
Look for: the skin is crisp and browned
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Flip the salmon and cook for another…
Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until opaque throughout and easily flaked with a fork.
Look for: opaque throughout and easily flaked with a fork
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Remove the salmon from the skillet and…
Remove the salmon from the skillet and set it aside to rest on a plate for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Add 1 cup of spinach and cook…
In the same skillet over medium heat, add 1 cup of spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until just wilted.
Look for: just wilted
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Add 1 cup of pre-cooked warm quinoa…
Add 1 cup of pre-cooked warm quinoa to the skillet, stirring for 1 minute until heated through.
Look for: heated through
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Transfer the quinoa and spinach mixture to…
Transfer the quinoa and spinach mixture to a serving bowl, top with the cooked salmon, and drizzle with 1 tbsp of lemon juice before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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