Description
Teriyaki Salmon Bowls are a delightful and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillets brushed with a homemade teriyaki sauce, served over a bed of rice and topped with fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets Salmon fillets (About 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce (For the teriyaki sauce)
- 1/4 cup Honey (Adds sweetness to the sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar (For acidity in the sauce)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil (Adds a nutty flavor)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (For flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated (Adds warmth and spice)
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (Mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening)
- 2 cups Cooked rice (White or brown)
- 1 cup Steamed broccoli florets (For added nutrition)
- 1 cup Shredded carrots (Adds color and crunch)
- 1 whole Avocado, sliced (For creaminess)
- 1/4 cup Green onions, chopped (For garnish)
- to taste Sesame seeds (For garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse the salmon under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place the fillets on a lined baking sheet.
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk together and heat over medium until it simmers.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Brush each salmon fillet generously with the teriyaki sauce. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon is baking, cook the rice according to package instructions. Set aside when done.
- To assemble, divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top with steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, and a salmon fillet. Drizzle with remaining teriyaki sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the level of sweetness by altering the amount of honey.
- You can use any type of rice to suit your preference.
- For added flavor, marinate the salmon in the teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Teriyaki Salmon Bowls, Salmon Recipe, Healthy Dinner