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Salmon Bowl (Easy Healthy Dinner in 20 Minutes)

This Salmon Bowl is a healthy and easy dinner made with marinated salmon, rice, avocado, and fresh vegetables. Ready in just 20 minutes using the air fryer or stovetop. Perfect for meal prep, busy weeknights, and healthy eating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Asian-inspired

Ingredients
  

Salmon

  • 12 oz / 340g salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Small cube fresh ginger

Bowl Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked white rice or quinoa
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1/2 cup frozen edamame beans
  • 1/2 avocado
  • Optional garnish: spicy mayo sriracha aioli, sesame seeds, or green onions

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Salmon

  • Slice the salmon fillets into large cubes about 1 inch in size. Remove the skin and any bones.

Step 2: Make the Marinade

  • In a bowl or container, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. Grate in the garlic and fresh ginger, then mix well.
  • Optional: Double the marinade recipe and reserve half to drizzle over the finished Salmon Bowl.

Step 3: Marinate

  • Add the salmon cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let the salmon marinate for 10 minutes or refrigerate for a few hours for deeper flavor.

Step 4: Prepare the Vegetables

  • While the salmon marinates, slice the cucumber, shred the carrot, dice the avocado, and thaw the edamame beans by rinsing them under water.

Pan Fry Method

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a light drizzle of oil. Arrange the salmon cubes in a single layer without touching.
  • Cook for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway through. Pour over any leftover marinade while cooking.

Air Fryer Method

  • Preheat the air fryer to 390°F / 200°C and lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray.
  • Place the salmon pieces in a single layer and air fry for 5–8 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness. Flip halfway through cooking and brush with leftover marinade.

Assemble the Bowl

  • Add rice or quinoa to serving bowls. Arrange the cucumber, carrot, avocado, and edamame around the bowl.
  • Top with cooked salmon and garnish with spicy mayo, sriracha aioli, sesame seeds, or green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Quinoa works beautifully as a rice alternative for extra protein.
  • Add mango, radishes, or cabbage for extra freshness.
  • Leftover salmon can be stored separately for meal prep bowls.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed.