Description
This Spicy Salmon Rice Bowl is a flavorful and wholesome meal featuring tender baked salmon glazed with a spicy-sweet sauce, served over a bed of warm jasmine rice and topped with fresh avocado, crunchy veggies, and a creamy spicy mayo. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner packed with protein and vibrant Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (plus more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
For the Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
- 2 tablespoons pickled red onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 green onion (sliced)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
For the Spicy Mayo:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Marinade: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, sriracha, honey, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well combined.
- Marinate and Bake the Salmon: Brush the spicy marinade evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring they’re well coated. Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon easily flakes with a fork.
- Mix the Spicy Mayo: While the salmon is cooking, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Assemble the Rice Bowls: Divide the warm jasmine rice evenly between two bowls. Top each with a salmon fillet, followed by sliced avocado, shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, and pickled red onions for a balance of fresh textures and flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle the spicy mayo over the assembled bowls, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve each bowl with lime wedges on the side for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add roasted seaweed or crispy onions as a topping.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice instead of jasmine rice for a lower-carb option.
- The salmon can be cooked in an air fryer at 375°F for 10–12 minutes if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
