Description
Honey Sriracha Salmon Bowls are a bold, flavor-packed meal featuring tender, oven-roasted salmon glazed in a sweet and spicy honey-sriracha sauce. Paired with fluffy rice and crisp, colorful veggies, these bowls are nourishing, customizable, and ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a healthy takeout-style dinner at home.
Ingredients
- For the salmon and glaze:
- Salmon fillets, skin removed
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1–2 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil or sesame oil
- Optional: lime juice for brightness
- For the bowls:
- Cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- Cucumber, thinly sliced
- Carrot, julienned or shredded
- Avocado, sliced
- Red cabbage, shredded
- Green onions, chopped
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, whisk honey, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic, and oil (plus lime juice, if using).
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Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet and brush generously with the glaze.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
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While the salmon bakes, layer rice and fresh veggies in serving bowls.
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Top each bowl with flaked or sliced salmon. Drizzle with extra glaze if desired.
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Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime before serving.
Notes
- Swap salmon for shrimp, tofu, or chicken for different proteins.
- Use quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version.
- Top with crushed peanuts or crispy onions for texture.
- Mix mayo and sriracha for a creamy topping drizzle.
- Keep veggies separate when storing for crispness.