Salmon, Walnut and Avocado Grain Bowls
DESCRIPTION
Kale, grains and toasted walnuts are the base for this healthy bowl. Toss with a chipotle lime vinaigrette and top with salmon, avocado, beans, peppers and cilantro.
Ingredients
Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Salmon Bowl
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- 4 cups kale, chopped and lightly packed
- 2 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup California walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 1/3 cups cooked black beans
- 3/4 cup red or green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large avocado, peeled, pitted and cubed
- 2 large green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
Preparation
- Whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. (May be prepared several days ahead.)
- Cook salmon on a well-oiled grill over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove from grill and remove skin. Let cool, then cut into 1/2 inch pieces.
- Mix kale and brown rice together in a large bowl and toss with vinaigrette. Place equal amounts on one side of 4 large salad bowls.
- Place equal amounts of walnuts, salmon, black beans, bell pepper, avocado and green onion on the other side of the bowl.
- Garnish with cilantro and additional walnuts for garnish.