Description
Nutritious Teriyaki Salmon Rice Bowl is a delicious, health-packed meal that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. Featuring perfectly seared salmon glazed in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, this dish rests on a fluffy bed of rice, complemented by vibrant vegetables like broccoli and cucumber. Quick to prepare, it’s ideal for busy weeknights and customizable based on your veggie preferences. Bring the family together around this colorful bowl that not only looks stunning but also nourishes the soul!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until clear; cook according to package instructions (about 20 minutes).
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon fillets skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes.
- Flip salmon, add teriyaki sauce, and simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Steam broccoli florets in a separate pot until bright green and tender-crisp (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, layer the cooked rice, top with salmon, steamed broccoli, sliced cucumber, green onions, and sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg