Grilled Salmon Bowls (Healthy Teriyaki Salmon Rice Bowls)
Fresh, healthy grilled salmon bowls with fluffy jasmine rice, homemade teriyaki sauce, creamy avocado, cucumber, mango, edamame, and a drizzle of spicy sriracha mayo. Perfect for meal prep, easy lunches, or nutritious dinners.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
5 salmon fillets (4-6 oz each)
2 cups dry jasmine rice
1 1/2 cups shelled edamame
1 English cucumber, sliced
6 green onions, chopped
2 ripe mangos, cubed
2 avocados, cubed
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Sriracha mayo (optional)
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons water
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Prepare the homemade teriyaki sauce by simmering all sauce ingredients until thickened.
2. Reserve 1/4 cup of the sauce and marinate the salmon for at least 20 minutes.
3. Cook the jasmine rice according to package directions.
4. Cook the salmon in an air fryer at 400°F for 5-7 minutes until flaky and cooked through.
5. Steam the edamame until tender.
6. Slice the cucumber, cube the mango and avocado, and chop the green onions and cilantro.
7. Divide cooked rice among serving bowls.
8. Top each bowl with grilled teriyaki salmon, cucumber, mango, avocado, edamame, and fresh herbs.
9. Drizzle with extra teriyaki sauce and sriracha mayo if desired.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Use sushi rice, brown rice, coconut rice, or cauliflower rice if preferred.
Salmon can also be grilled or baked instead of air fried.
Marinate the salmon overnight for deeper flavor.
Store ingredients separately for meal prep up to 4 days.
Customize with sesame seeds, pickled ginger, or extra vegetables.