Sweet and Sticky Teriyaki Salmon Bowls
Sweet and Sticky Teriyaki Salmon Bowls are a vibrant and delicious meal that brightens any dinner table. Featuring succulent salmon glazed with a homemade teriyaki sauce, these bowls are served over fluffy rice and topped with colorful veggies. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they promise to satisfy your taste buds while bringing joy to your mealtime experience.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Stir until dissolved and slightly thickened.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon on a lined baking sheet, brush with teriyaki sauce, and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetables and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Scoop rice or quinoa into bowls, top with salmon and sautéed veggies, then drizzle with extra teriyaki sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the salmon in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to substitute salmon with chicken or tofu for different protein options. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.