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Crispy salmon served in a rice bowl with fresh vegetables and sauce.

Crispy Salmon and Rice Bowl

A quick and delicious bowl featuring pan-seared salmon over warm jasmine or brown rice, topped with fresh vegetables and a sweet-savory sesame sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on) — about 6–7 oz each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or brown rice Use brown for more fiber
  • 1/2 piece avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup edamame, steamed
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons low‑sodium soy sauce Swap for tamari to make gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Use a neutral oil if sesame flavor is not preferred
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sriracha (optional) For heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the salmon very dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Cooking
  1. Place the salmon skin-side down in the pan. Press gently with a spatula for 20 seconds.
  2. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the skin is deeply browned and crisp.
  3. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove from the pan and let rest.
  4. While the salmon rests, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, and sriracha in a small bowl. Adjust to taste.
Assembly
  1. Divide warm rice between two bowls. Top with a salmon fillet, sliced avocado, cucumber, shredded carrots, and edamame.
  2. Drizzle the sauce evenly and finish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6g

Notes

For best texture, consume assembled bowls within 3 days. Adjust ingredient amounts based on preference for more vegetables or alternative toppings.

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