Ingredients
4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup honey
1–2 tablespoons sriracha
1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
4 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or alternative)
1 small cucumber, diced or thinly sliced
1–2 avocados, diced
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder until smooth.
3. Oven method: Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until flaky. During the last 2-3 minutes, brush generously with hot honey glaze. Optionally, broil 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization.
4. Stovetop method: Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down (if using skin-on). Sear 3-4 minutes until crispy, flip, and cook 2-3 minutes. Brush with glaze in the last 2-3 minutes.
5. While salmon cooks, prepare rice and chop cucumber, avocado, and green onions.
6. Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each with a glazed salmon fillet. Arrange cucumber and avocado alongside. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Drizzle any extra glaze over top. Serve warm.
Notes
Make sure to pat salmon dry for a perfect sear. Adjust sriracha to control spice level. Store leftovers separately: salmon, rice, and vegetables in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat salmon gently at low power to avoid drying. For meal prep, cook rice and glaze ahead, chop veggies, and cook salmon fresh. Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-free option, Dairy-free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
