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Delicious honey glazed salmon bowl served with vegetables and rice

Honey Glazed Salmon Bowl

A warm, comforting bowl featuring flaky salmon with a sticky-sweet honey glaze on a bed of brown rice, paired with creamy avocado and crisp cucumber for a balanced and nourishing meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bowl
  • 2 fillets Salmon (Use skinless fillets)
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil (Can be substituted with olive oil)
  • 3 tablespoons Honey (Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Tamari is a gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha (Adjust amount for desired heat)
  • 1 cup Brown Rice (Quinoa or cauliflower rice can be substituted)
  • 1 fruit Avocado (Ensure it’s ripe for best texture)
  • 1 cup Cucumber (Any variety, especially English cucumber)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra virgin recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro (Can substitute with parsley)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (Fresh lime is best)
  • 1 tablespoon Light Mayo (Plain yogurt can be used for lighter option)
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika (Adds color and smokiness)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the brown rice: Rinse 1 cup brown rice under cold water. Add to rice cooker or saucepan with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce to low, cover, and simmer 40–45 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. Make the honey glaze: In a small bowl whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sriracha, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Taste and adjust.
  3. Prep the veg: Dice cucumber into bite-sized pieces and slice avocado just before serving to avoid browning. Toss cucumber with 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro.
  4. Season the salmon: Pat fillets dry. Season both sides with a pinch of salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Pan-sear the salmon: Heat 2 tablespoons avocado oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets and sear 3–4 minutes without moving. Flip and pour half the glaze over the top. Cook another 3–4 minutes.
  2. Oven-roast the salmon: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon on a baking tray lined with parchment. Brush generously with glaze. Roast for 10–12 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the bowls: Spoon a base of brown rice into two bowls. Place salmon fillets on top, arrange avocado slices and marinated cucumber, drizzle remaining glaze and creamy mayo-lime sauce.

Notes

For a vegan bowl, swap salmon for pan-fried tofu or tempeh and use maple syrup. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 24 hours. Store components separately for best texture.