Here’s a delicious and healthy Salmon and Avocado Rice Bowl recipe you can try. It’s simple, packed with nutrients, and great for lunch or dinner.
Salmon and Avocado Rice Bowl
🕒 Prep Time: 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time: 10–15 mins
🍽️ Serves: 2
Ingredients
For the bowl:
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2 salmon fillets (about 5 oz each)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil (or sesame oil for added flavor)
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1 ripe avocado, sliced
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1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or sushi rice)
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½ cucumber, thinly sliced
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1 small carrot, julienned or grated
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1 sheet nori, cut into strips (optional)
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1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
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1 green onion, sliced (optional)
For the sauce (optional but delicious):
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2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 tsp rice vinegar
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½ tsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tsp sriracha (adjust to heat preference)
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½ tsp grated ginger
Instructions
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Cook the rice: If not already done, cook your rice according to package instructions. Keep warm.
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Prepare the salmon:
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Season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
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Cook the salmon for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and just cooked through.
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Let it rest for a few minutes, then flake it into large pieces or leave whole.
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Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients. Stir well and adjust to taste.
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Assemble the bowls:
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Divide the rice into two bowls.
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Top with avocado slices, cucumber, carrot, and salmon.
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Drizzle with the sauce.
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Garnish with sesame seeds, nori strips, and green onion.
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Tips
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For a sushi-inspired twist, use sushi rice seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
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You can swap the salmon for cooked shrimp, tofu, or teriyaki chicken.
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Add edamame, pickled ginger, or radish for extra flavor and crunch.
Would you like a vegetarian version or a meal prep version of this recipe?
