Healthy Sweet Chili Salmon Bowl Recipe

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This Healthy Sweet Chili Salmon Bowl is a flavorful and nutritious dish with tender salmon coated in a sweet chili sauce, paired with fresh vegetables and a base of rice. It’s perfect for a balanced, easy-to-make meal that’s full of flavor and good-for-you ingredients.

Ingredients

For the Sweet Chili Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp chopped green onions, for garnish

For the Bowls:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup edamame (shelled, cooked)
  • 1/4 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup avocado, sliced
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil, for drizzling
  • Lime wedges, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon:
    • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and ginger.
    • Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
    • Brush the salmon with the sweet chili sauce mixture and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  2. Assemble the Bowls:
    • Divide the cooked rice among four bowls.
    • Arrange the sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, edamame, red cabbage, and avocado on top of the rice.
  3. Add the Salmon:
    • Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the oven and place one fillet on top of each rice bowl.
    • Drizzle with any remaining sweet chili sauce from the baking sheet.
  4. Garnish and Serve:
    • Sprinkle the salmon bowls with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and fresh cilantro.
    • Drizzle with sesame oil and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Tips

  • For a lower-carb version, you can use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
  • Feel free to add extra vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or snap peas for more crunch and nutrition.
  • You can also grill the salmon instead of baking it for a smoky flavor.

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