Description
A quick and nutritious salmon rice bowl packed with protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying dinner, this customizable dish is ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
For the Rice Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup edamame, cooked and shelled
- 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
For the Sauce (Optional but Recommended):
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, paprika, and sesame oil.
- Brush marinade over salmon fillets and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Salmon:
- Place salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily.
- For a crispier texture, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Prepare the Rice and Toppings:
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Slice avocado, cucumber, and green onions. Shred carrots and cook edamame if needed.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sriracha, mayonnaise, honey, and rice vinegar until combined.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide rice into serving bowls.
- Flake baked salmon and place on top.
- Arrange avocado, carrots, cucumber, edamame, and green onions around the salmon.
- Drizzle with sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Mix and enjoy your delicious salmon rice bowl!
- Make the Sauce:
Notes
- Add spice: Extra sriracha or chili oil.
- Creamier texture: Japanese Kewpie mayo.
- Extra crunch: Crushed seaweed, crispy onions, or peanuts.
- Grain swap: Use quinoa, cauliflower rice, or farro.
- Protein swap: Replace salmon with shrimp, tofu, or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keywords: salmon rice bowl, healthy meal, easy dinner, meal prep, high-protein recipe