Salmon Bowl
A bright, satisfying dish with flaky marinated salmon, crisp seasonal vegetables, and a cozy bed of rice or quinoa, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the salmon marinade
- 12 oz salmon fillets (skin removed)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 2 teaspoons honey for sweetness
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar adds tang
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil for flavor
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 small piece fresh ginger (grated) about 1 teaspoon
For the bowl assembly
- 1 cup cooked white rice or quinoa choose your preferred base
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- 1 medium carrot (shredded)
- ½ cup frozen edamame beans (defrosted)
- to taste optional garnishes: spicy mayo (sriracha aioli), sesame seeds, green onions
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the salmon into cubes (around 1-inch in size) and remove the skin and bones. Pat the cubes dry with paper towels.
- Combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl and stir to mix well. Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess if necessary.
- Add the salmon cubes to the marinade and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- While the salmon marinates, prepare the vegetables: slice the cucumber, shred the carrot, and dice the avocado.
- Cook the rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
Cooking methods
- For the pan-fry method: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, lightly coat with oil, and cook salmon cubes for 5–7 minutes.
- For the air fryer method: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and cook salmon cubes for 5–8 minutes.
- For the oven-roast method: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast salmon cubes for 8–12 minutes.
Assembly
- Start with the rice or quinoa as the base, then arrange the cucumber slices, carrot, avocado, and edamame around the base.
- Top with the cooked salmon pieces and add any optional garnishes like spicy mayo, sesame seeds, or green onions.
Notes
Store leftovers separately in airtight containers; reheat salmon gently to maintain texture. For vegetarian variation, substitute firm tofu or tempeh for salmon.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g
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