Recipe · Fertility & preconception
Fertility-friendly salmon & quinoa bowl
By The Herbal Dispensary team
A nourishing bowl built around key preconception nutrients: omega-3 fats from salmon, folate from leafy greens and avocado, and zinc from pumpkin seeds – with quinoa for steady energy. Simple, delicious and great for couples preparing for pregnancy together.
Serves 2 · Prep 15 min · Cook 20 min
Ingredients
Bowl
- 2 salmon fillets (skin on)
- ¾ cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup steamed broccolini or broccoli
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- Salt and pepper
Lemon tahini dressing
- 2 tbsp tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 2–3 tbsp warm water
- Pinch of salt
Method
- Cook the quinoa in 1½ cups water for 15 minutes, until fluffy.
- Season the salmon and pan-fry skin-side down over medium heat for 4–5 minutes, then flip and cook for 2–3 minutes more.
- Whisk the dressing ingredients together until smooth and pourable.
- Divide the quinoa and spinach between bowls and top with salmon, avocado and broccolini.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and drizzle with dressing.
Naturopath's tip
Choose low-mercury fish like salmon and sardines 2–3 times a week. Our naturopaths can also check your folate, iron and vitamin D before conception.
Want support with fertility & preconception?
Our Palm Beach naturopaths can create a personalised plan for you – in clinic or online.
This recipe is general information only and not a substitute for personalised health advice. Check with your health practitioner if you have allergies, are pregnant or take medication.