Description
Enjoy these Healthy & Delicious Salmon Rice Bowls, featuring succulent salmon, fluffy brown rice, and vibrant vegetables for a nutritious meal that’s satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Drizzle of sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Rinse brown rice under cold water until water runs clear.
- 2. In a pot, combine rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil.
- 3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 40-45 minutes or until rice is fluffy.
- 4. Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- 6. Brush both sides lightly with soy sauce before cooking.
- 7. Cook for about 4-6 minutes per side until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- 8. While the salmon cooks, chop bell peppers and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- 9. Shred carrots using a grater or food processor.
- 10. In each bowl, start with a base of brown rice.
- 11. Top with grilled salmon fillet and an assortment of fresh vegetables.
- 12. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
- 13. Drizzle with sesame oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg