Description
This Healthy Sweet Chili Salmon Bowl recipe is a vibrant and nutritious meal featuring tender baked salmon glazed with a tangy sweet chili sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy brown rice and fresh, crunchy vegetables, this Asian-inspired dish is perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner. It’s easy to prepare, packed with protein, and customizable for a gluten-free or low-carb diet.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Sauce
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Rice and Vegetables
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or jasmine rice
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and aid easy cleanup.
- Prepare the salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, and rice vinegar until well combined.
- Apply sauce and bake: Spoon half of the sauce over the salmon fillets, reserving the remainder. Bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, or until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Prepare the bowls: While the salmon bakes, arrange cooked rice at the bottom of your serving bowls. Layer the shredded red cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, and avocado on top.
- Assemble the bowl: Place the baked salmon on top of the vegetables and rice. Drizzle the remaining sweet chili sauce over the salmon and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Add lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the bowl, enhancing the dish with a fresh, citrusy note.
Notes
- To make this dish low-carb, substitute the rice with cauliflower rice.
- You can grill or air fry the salmon instead of baking for a different texture and flavor.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet.
- Adjust the sweetness and spiciness of the sauce by adding more or less sweet chili sauce according to your preference.
