Fully Cooked Salmon Taco Bowls

PregnancyTex-MexEasyServes 250 min

Flaky, fully baked salmon served over warm brown rice with black beans, sweet corn, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

During mid-pregnancy, energy returns but blood volume climbs steeply, making iron a top priority. Black beans supply a great source of plant-based iron, while fresh lime juice adds vitamin C to ensure the body absorbs it effectively. The fully cooked salmon offers highly bioavailable protein for rapid fetal tissue growth, plus essential DHA to support the baby's developing brain and hearing.

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One serving≈1,050 kcal · 58 g protein

Calories1,050 kcal

Protein58 g

Carbs82 g · 6.8g sugar

Fat56 g · 14.4g sat

Fiber19 g

Sodium1,365 mg

Folate300 mcg DFE

Iron5.4 mg

Calcium299 mg

Choline184 mg

Iodine130 mcg

Vitamin D917 IU

Vitamin B125.7 mcg

DHA + EPA3,600 mg

Zinc4.5 mg

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Ingredients

½ cup brown rice (dry)
12 oz salmon, skinless and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp salt
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 ear of corn, kernels sliced off
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado, sliced
2 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
1 lime, halved
¼ cup cilantro, chopped

Method

1Cook the brown rice according to package instructions until tender.
2Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3In a bowl, toss the salmon chunks with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
4Bake the salmon for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and fully cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 145°F).
5While the salmon bakes, gently warm the black beans and corn kernels in a small saucepan over medium heat.
6Assemble the bowls: divide the cooked brown rice, warm beans and corn, cherry tomatoes, and baked salmon between two bowls.
7Top each bowl with sliced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

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