The BEST Salmon Bowl Recipe

Perfectly cooked salmon on a rice bowl with Asian-inspired ingredients. An all-in-one recipe for a protein and veggie salmon bowl recipe, topped with a delicious spicy sriracha mayonnaise.

Why make this recipe?

Salmon is a delicious protein packed with nutrients. Along with a selection of veggies and a flavorful mayonnaise-sriracha sauce, this salmon bowl recipe provides a healthy source of fats, protein, and vitamins and minerals. It also comes together quickly for an easy and healthy weeknight dinner.

What is a salmon rice bowl?

Salmon bowls have been around for a long time, but seemed to gain popularity in 2022 thanks to a viral trend in Tiktok recipes (credit to Emily Mariko, almost certainly).

Other than that, the concept isn’t really new. Typically, it combines salmon with rice and a variety of vegetables. This salmon bowl is no exception… except mine is the best tasting you will taste!

Why? Because it is a slightly spicy salmon shell. It basically tastes like a flavorful salmon sushi roll, but in bowl form.

Ingredients in salmon bowls

Fresh Salmon– Try to find quality fresh salmon fillets whenever you can. I like to leave the skin on, but feel free to remove it if you prefer skinless salmon

rice – Sushi rice is more traditional but I usually use white rice (basmati or jasmine rice). Brown rice works great too.

avocado – a whole, ripe avocado, sliced.

carrot – Grated or thinly sliced.

cucumbers – they add a nice tasty crunch. Feel free to quick pickle if you prefer!

Green Onion – more crispiness and taste.

For garnish – Sesame seeds, cilantro, low-sodium soy sauce, salt + pepper (if desired)

For the sauce – Mayonnaise (Kewpie Mayo if you can find it!), Sriracha sauce + honey

Miso Salmon vs. Teriyaki Salmon

For the salmon in this recipe, I used my miso salmon recipe. However, if you prefer the taste of teriyaki, you can easily substitute it. Simply marinate your salmon (4 x 4 oz pieces) in 1/4 cup store-bought teriyaki sauce for 15-30 minutes.

Line a casserole dish or baking sheet/pan with aluminum foil and grill the salmon in a single layer in the oven for 5-8 minutes (depending on the thickness of the salmon). Place onto salmon rice bowl as directed below.

How to make a salmon rice bowl

STEP 1: MAKE SALMON

Prepare and cook your miso salmon according to the directions here. If substituting teriyaki salmon, see instructions above.

STEP 2: COOKING RICE

Cook your rice according to package directions. I like to cook mine on high in the Instant Pot for 4 minutes.

STEP 3: CUT VEGETABLES

If you haven’t already done so, chop or chop your assorted veggies and set aside.

STEP 4: MAKE THE SAUCE

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sriracha, and honey.

STEP 5: ASSEMBLE BOWL

Divide cooked rice into 4 bowls. Top with a piece of salmon. Divide vegetables evenly among bowls. Drizzle with Sriracha Spicy Mayo, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and cilantro (if desired).

How to store leftovers

You can prepare all of the ingredients for your salmon dish up to 3 days in advance, then store them separately in airtight containers in the fridge. Reheat the leftover rice and salmon in the microwave or skillet, then layer your rice, salmon, veggies, and flavorful mayonnaise as directed.

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