Description
Enjoy a flavorful Sweet and Spicy Salmon Bowl with marinated salmon fillets served over brown rice or quinoa, complemented by fresh edamame, shredded carrots, and avocado, all drizzled with a zesty sauce. Perfect for a healthy and customizable meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup edamame (shelled)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Taste and adjust the sriracha or honey as desired.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
- Pour the marinade over the salmon, ensuring each fillet is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a little olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them.
- Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).
- Remove from skillet and let rest for a couple of minutes.
- Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes).
- Steam or microwave edamame until heated through (3-5 minutes).
- Prepare shredded carrots, slice avocado, and chop green onions and cilantro.
- In a large bowl or plate, add a scoop of cooked brown rice or quinoa.
- Top with cooked salmon fillets, edamame, shredded carrots, and sliced avocado.
- Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds, and garnish with cilantro.
- Drizzle any remaining marinade over the bowl.
Notes
- This Sweet and Spicy Salmon Bowl is versatile!
- Feel free to swap out the grains or add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
- Adjust the spice level of the marinade to suit your taste.
- Enjoy this healthy and delicious meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes