Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Honey Glazed Salmon Rice Bowls, a quick and nutritious meal ready in just 30 minutes. This vibrant dish features succulent salmon coated in a sweet and spicy honey sriracha glaze, served over a fluffy bed of brown rice. Fresh avocado and crisp cucumber add a refreshing crunch, while a zesty cilantro lime dressing enhances the flavors beautifully. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy weeknight meal, these bowls are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate. Elevate your dining experience with this customizable recipe that’s ideal for health-conscious food lovers!
Ingredients
- 4 4-6 ounce skinless salmon filets (cut into cubes)
- 2 Tablespoons avocado oil
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 1 Tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 Tablespoon sriracha
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 medium avocado (cubed)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/3 cup light mayo
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- In a bowl, toss cubed salmon with avocado oil, honey, soy sauce, and sriracha until well-coated.
- Spread salmon on a baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes; then broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for crispiness.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients: olive oil, cilantro, lime juice, and honey in a separate bowl.
- Combine avocado, cucumber, olive oil, cilantro, lime juice, and honey in another bowl.
- Assemble bowls with brown rice as the base, topped with roasted salmon and cucumber salad followed by paprika mayo drizzle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Allow salmon to marinate for at least 15 minutes for enhanced flavor. Feel free to substitute brown rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for different textures. Garnish with fresh herbs or chili flakes to elevate presentation.