Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this Glazed Salmon with Plantains, Spinach & Avocado Bliss Bowl. This nutritious and colorful dish features succulent pan-seared salmon drizzled with a sweet glaze, complemented by caramelized plantains, fresh spinach, and creamy avocado slices. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe brings together healthy fats, vitamins, and bold flavors in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 salmon fillet
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 ripe plantain, sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Avocado, sliced
- Salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste
Instructions
- 1. Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and sear the salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes until crispy. Flip the salmon and glaze with honey or maple syrup; cook until caramelized (8–10 minutes total).
- 2. In a separate pan, fry sliced plantains in oil until golden brown on both sides (about 2–3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with sea salt.
- 3. Sauté spinach in the same pan until wilted (2–3 minutes), optionally adding minced garlic for flavor.
- 4. Assemble by placing glazed salmon alongside fried plantains and sautéed spinach on a serving plate; top with sliced avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg