Description
Savor the flavors of this delightful salmon rice bowl, where flaky grilled salmon meets fluffy rice and fresh vegetables. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that’s customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers, cucumber, avocado)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear. Cook in boiling water according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes).
- While the rice cooks, pat salmon fillets dry and brush with olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through and flaky.
- Slice fresh vegetables thinly while the salmon cooks.
- Fluff the rice and layer it in bowls. Place salmon on top and add vegetable slices around it.
- Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil, then garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg