Description

Fresh Teriyaki Salmon Bowls are vibrant, flavorful meals featuring flaky salmon glazed in a homemade teriyaki sauce, served over rice with fresh vegetables. They’re nutritious, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (skin on or off)
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
2 cups cooked white or brown rice
1/2 cucumber, sliced
1 cup shredded or julienned carrots
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup cooked, shelled edamame
2 green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, honey (or maple syrup), and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry, then stir into the sauce. Cook until thickened, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 3–4 minutes. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until cooked through.
In the last minute of cooking, brush salmon generously with teriyaki sauce and allow it to caramelize slightly in the pan.
Assemble the bowls: Add rice to each bowl and top with salmon. Arrange cucumber, carrots, avocado, edamame, and green onions around the salmon.
Drizzle with extra teriyaki sauce and garnish with sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicier version.Grill the salmon instead of pan-searing for a smoky twist.Use cauliflower rice or mixed greens for a low-carb option.Swap in seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.Great for meal prep—store components separately for freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 75mg