Healthy Sweet Chili Salmon Bowl Recipe
A vibrant and nutritious bowl featuring tender salmon glazed with sweet chili sauce, served over jasmine rice with fresh vegetables and flavorful toppings.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 fillets salmon fillets (4-6 oz each, skinless)
Sauces
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for pan-searing)
Base
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or quinoa (for the base)
Vegetables
- 1 small cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 red bell pepper red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup edamame (shelled and steamed)
- 1 avocado avocado (sliced, optional)
- 2 green onions green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Extras
- to taste Lime wedges for serving
- to taste Pickled ginger (sliced jalapeños, or extra sweet chili sauce for added flavor)
Instructions
- Pan-sear the salmon fillets in olive oil until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Warm the sweet chili sauce and brush it over the cooked salmon.
- Assemble bowls with rice, sliced vegetables, edamame, and salmon.
- Top with sliced avocado, green onions, sesame seeds, and serve with lime wedges and pickled ginger.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or additional toppings for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 700mg