Description
Salmon rice bowls are a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal that combines perfectly cooked salmon with fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and a drizzle of savory sauce. This salmon rice bowl recipe is packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vibrant flavors, making it a perfect choice for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 cup sushi rice or jasmine rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper. For extra flavor, you can marinate them in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and grated ginger for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if skin-on) and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is flaky and cooked through.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions. While the rice is cooking, slice the avocado, cucumber, and carrots. You can also lightly pickle the cucumber in rice vinegar for extra tang.
- Divide the cooked rice between two bowls. Top with the cooked salmon, sliced avocado, cucumber, and carrots. Drizzle with soy sauce or a mix of soy sauce and sesame oil. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Spicy Salmon Rice Bowl: Add sriracha or chili flakes for heat.
- Teriyaki Salmon Rice Bowl: Use teriyaki sauce instead of soy sauce.
- Vegetable Options: Add edamame, shredded cabbage, or pickled radish.
- Meal Prep: Cook salmon and rice in advance for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: salmon rice bowl, healthy salmon bowl, easy salmon recipe, Asian-inspired bowl, protein-packed meal, omega-3 rich dish