“Delightful Chilean Paleo Breakfast: Avocado & Smoked Salmon Tower With Quinoa”
This delectable Chilean Paleo Breakfast recipe combines smoked salmon, creamy avocado, and quinoa for a mouthwatering, nutritious meal that's perfect for a paleo diet. Enjoy the sensory experience of this visually stunning dish, which highlights fresh flavors and textures to create a truly cinematic dining experience.
Allergens Fish (in the smoked salmon), Soy (potential cross-contamination in smoked salmon)
Ingredients
2 cups cooked quinoa (preferably red quinoa) 6 oz smoked salmon, flaked 2 ripe avocados, sliced 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 2 large tomatoes, diced 1 lime, juiced Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook quinoa according to package instructions set aside to cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine flaked smoked salmon, avocado slices, red onion, and cilantro. Gently toss with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Arrange a portion of cooked quinoa on each plate, forming a base for the dish. Top the quinoa with a generous helping of the salmon avocado mixture. Sprinkle diced tomatoes over the top, garnishing with additional cilantro as desired.
Chefβs Insight To enhance the aroma, add freshly ground black pepper on top of the dish just before serving.
Notes Feel free to add more lime juice or salt according to personal taste preferences.
Substitutions Replace smoked salmon with grilled chicken for a non-seafood option. - Use brown rice or cauliflower rice instead of quinoa for a different grain base.
Alternative Preparations Create individual quinoa cups for an appealing, portioned serving.
Alternative Methods Bake the salmon and avocado in the oven before assembling the dish.
Best Storage Practice Store cooked smoked salmon and cooked quinoa separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Shelf Life Freshness of ingredients will last 3-5 days when stored properly.
Plating Tips Use a large, shallow bowl for each plate to allow for ample visibility of the layers and colors. - Place quinoa in the center of the bowl, allowing it to spill over the edges slightly.
Nutrition Facts High in protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Low in carbohydrates and sugar.