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Crispy Salmon Bowl Meal Prep

Crispy Salmon Bowl Meal Prep for a Flavor-Packed Dinner

Crispy Salmon Bowl Meal Prep is a flavorful, nutritious option perfect for busy weeknights, customizable to fit your cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Fillets Choose skin-on for an extra crispy texture.
For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice A sticky base that holds the bowl together.
  • 1.25 cups Water For cooking the sushi rice.
For the Fresh Veggies
  • 0.5 cup Cucumber Thinly sliced.
  • 1 Avocado Ripe for easy slicing.
  • 1 medium Carrot Julienne for best mixing.
For the Toppings
  • 1 sheet Nori (Seaweed) Cut into strips for sprinkling.
  • 4 tablespoons Spicy Mayo Blend of mayonnaise and Sriracha.
  • Soy Sauce Optional, use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Lightly toasted for extra flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Thinly sliced for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Pot
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by rinsing the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook it according to package instructions with water.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium-high. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Bake salmon on a baking sheet or skillet until cooked through: 12-15 minutes in the oven or 5-7 minutes skin-side down in skillet, then flip.
  4. Thinly slice cucumber, avocado, and julienne the carrot. Set aside.
  5. Assemble bowls: scoop sushi rice in each bowl, layer with fresh veggies, top with crispy salmon, nori strips, drizzle spicy mayo, sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions.
  6. Serve immediately for the best experience while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your bowl by adding more vegetables or changing the protein as preferred. Use day-old rice for the best texture.

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