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Lemon Garlic Salmon Rice Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A vibrant and healthy rice bowl featuring tender salmon, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon garlic dressing.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 24 ounces Salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)

Produce

  • 2 pcs Fresh lemons (for zest and juice)
  • 3 cloves Fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup Cucumber (thinly sliced or diced)
  • 1 pcs Avocado (sliced or cubed)
  • 1 cup Edamame (shelled, fresh or frozen)
  • 0.5 cup Shredded carrots
  • 4 pcs Radishes (thinly sliced)
  • 2 cups Spinach or mixed greens
  • 3 spring onions Spring onions/scallions (sliced thin)
  • 2 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
  • 0.25 cup Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or chives)
  • 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Honey or maple syrup

Pantry

  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
  • Pat salmon dry, season with salt and pepper, then rub with garlic, lemon zest, and olive oil.
  • Heat oil in a skillet, cook salmon skin-side down for 4-6 minutes, then flip and cook 3-5 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over.
  • Whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and lemon juice for dressing.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, salmon, and vegetables. Drizzle with dressing, sprinkle sesame seeds and herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in some of the dressing before cooking.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: Salmon