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Easy Tuna Rice Bowl

A quick and simple tuna rice bowl made with creamy tuna, warm rice, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a healthy and filling meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 can (5 oz) tuna drained
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup cucumber chopped
  • 1/4 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 tbsp green onions
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions until soft and fluffy. Let it rest for a few minutes and fluff gently.
  2. Drain the tuna completely and place it in a bowl. Break it into small flakes using a fork.
  3. Add mayonnaise, soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, and black pepper to the tuna. Mix gently until creamy but still slightly chunky.
  4. Chop cucumber into small pieces, shred the carrots, and slice green onions thin.
  5. Add warm rice to a serving bowl and spread it evenly as the base.
  6. Spoon the tuna mixture over the rice. Do not press it down too much.
  7. Add chopped cucumber and shredded carrots around the tuna mixture.
  8. Sprinkle green onions and sesame seeds on top.
  9. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Adjust sauce to your taste before assembling
  • Add spice if you like heat
  • Best served fresh for best texture