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Easy Salmon Rice Bowl

This easy salmon rice bowl recipe is a fresh and flavorful meal made with tender glazed salmon, warm rice, crisp vegetables, creamy spicy sauce, and simple toppings. Perfect for a quick lunch or healthy dinner, this homemade healthy salmon rice bowl comes together in about 30 minutes and is easy to customize with your favorite add-ins.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp mayo
  • 1 tsp sriracha

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice by rinsing it well under water until the water runs clear. Add to a pot with water and cook until soft. Let it rest covered for a few minutes, then fluff gently with a fork and keep warm.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry using a paper towel. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper, pressing lightly so the seasoning sticks well.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets in the pan and cook without moving for about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip carefully and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily.
  4. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic. Pour this mixture over the salmon during the last minute of cooking, letting it coat the fish and form a light glaze.
  5. In another small bowl, mix mayo and sriracha until smooth. Adjust spice level as needed.
  6. Prepare the vegetables by slicing cucumber, shredding carrots, and slicing avocado. Keep everything ready before assembling.
  7. To assemble, add warm rice to serving bowls. Place the cooked salmon on top, either whole or gently flaked into large pieces.
  8. Arrange cucumber, carrots, and avocado around the salmon. Drizzle the prepared sauce evenly over the bowl and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  9. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.

Notes

  • Use fresh salmon for best flavor and texture
  • Adjust sauce and toppings based on preference
  • Best served fresh, but components can be prepped ahead