Description
Indulge in a mouthwatering Salmon Rice Bowl, featuring tender salmon fillets, sticky sushi rice, and fresh vegetables drizzled with a zesty sauce. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Experience the harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will transport you to your favorite sushi bar right from your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (approx. 6 oz each)
- 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 cup assorted vegetables (e.g., cucumbers, carrots, avocado)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water in a pot, bring to boil, then reduce heat and cover for 15 minutes.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and flaky.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey/maple syrup.
- Slice the vegetables into thin strips.
- Fluff the cooked rice and divide into bowls. Top with flaked salmon, vegetables, and drizzle with sauce.
- Finish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg