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Spicy Salmon Bowls with Avocado

Spicy Salmon Bowls with Avocado
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Spicy Salmon Bowls with Avocado combine tender wild-caught salmon with creamy avocado, fresh vegetables, and a spicy sauce over a hearty base of rice or quinoa. This vibrant, nutrient-packed dish is ready in under 30 minutes, offering a perfect balance of bold flavors, textures, and wholesome ingredients ideal for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 fresh wild-caught salmon fillets (approx. 6 oz each)

Base

  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa

Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup shelled edamame

Avocado

  • 1 ripe avocado, cut into chunks

Spicy Sauce

  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp fresh lime juice

Garnish

  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Drizzle a little oil on the fillets. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and place the salmon skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy, then carefully flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest briefly before slicing.
  2. Cook the base: While the salmon is cooking, prepare your rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff the grains with a fork to create a light, airy texture that will absorb the sauce well.
  3. Prepare the veggies: Thinly slice cucumber, finely shred carrots, and measure out the shelled edamame. These fresh vegetables will add color, crunch, and nutritional balance to your bowl.
  4. Mix the spicy sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce (or tamari), and lime juice. Stir until smooth, adjusting the sriracha amount to control the heat level.
  5. Assemble the bowl: Start by layering the cooked rice or quinoa at the base. Arrange sliced salmon, avocado chunks, and prepared vegetables on top. Drizzle the spicy sauce generously over the bowl, then garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Use fresh, sashimi-grade salmon for best flavor and safety.
  • Allow the salmon to rest after cooking to redistribute juices and maintain tenderness.
  • Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for enhanced nutty aroma and flavor.
  • Sprinkle lime juice on avocado if preparing earlier to prevent browning.
  • Taste and adjust the spicy sauce before drizzling to balance heat levels.

Nutrition

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