Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with meal prep teriyaki salmon rice bowls. This easy-to-make dish features succulent salmon glazed in homemade teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy white rice and vibrant steamed veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, these bowls are visually appealing and packed with taste. Enjoy a balanced meal that satisfies your cravings while delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups white rice (uncooked)
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup sliced carrots
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Rinse salmon under cold water and pat dry. Chop broccoli and carrots.
Make Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and garlic to create the teriyaki sauce.
Cook Salmon: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, basting with teriyaki sauce until golden brown.
Prepare Rice: Cook rice according to package instructions; fluff with a fork once done.
Steam Veggies: Steam broccoli and carrots until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
Assemble Bowls: Layer rice at the bottom of bowls, top with salmon and drizzle with additional teriyaki sauce. Add steamed vegetables on the side or on top. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Pan-frying
Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
Calories: 610
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 63g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating bell peppers or snap peas. Swap white rice for quinoa for a healthier alternative. Marinate salmon overnight for enhanced flavor.