Description
This Easy Leftover Salmon Rice Bowl Recipe is a flavorful and satisfying meal that comes together quickly using leftover salmon and simple ingredients. With a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables, this Asian-inspired dish is both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice Bowl:
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup leftover cooked salmon (flaked)
- ½ avocado (sliced)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup cucumber (sliced)
Sauce and Toppings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Reheat the Rice: Warm up the cooked rice in a microwave or on the stovetop.
- Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
- Make Spicy Mayo: Mix mayonnaise with sriracha for a spicy kick, if desired.
- Assemble the Bowl: Layer rice, salmon, avocado, carrots, cucumber, and green onions in a serving bowl. Drizzle with the sauce, add a dollop of spicy mayo, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Customize with toppings like edamame, pickled ginger, or nori strips.
- Works well with various types of leftover salmon.
- For a lower-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
