Description
This Air Fryer Salmon Rice Bowl is a deliciously satisfying meal that combines perfectly cooked salmon fillets with fluffy rice and vibrant vegetables. Drizzled with a sweet and savory sauce, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also visually appealing, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Enjoy a burst of flavors in every bite while maintaining a healthy balance of nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for topping)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper; set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and honey.
- Place salmon in the air fryer basket and drizzle half the sauce over them. Cook for 8-10 minutes until flaky.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté mixed vegetables in olive oil for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Fluff the cooked rice in bowls, top with sautéed vegetables and salmon pieces. Drizzle with remaining sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg