Honey Glazed Salmon Bowl Recipe
This Honey Glazed Salmon Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious meal featuring tender baked salmon cubes glazed with a sweet and spicy honey mixture, served over a bed of hearty brown rice, topped with a refreshing avocado cucumber salad and drizzled with a zesty paprika mayo sauce. Perfect for a wholesome and flavorful dinner with a delightful balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors.
- Author: liam
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes roasting + 3 minutes broiling, total 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Asian
Salmon Glaze and Salmon
- 4 skinless salmon filets (4–6 oz each), cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
Bowl Base and Salad
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 medium avocado, cubed
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
Paprika Mayo Sauce
- 1/3 cup light mayo
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the salmon cubes effectively, ensuring a crispy exterior while remaining tender inside.
- Prepare Salmon Glaze: In a bowl, toss the cubed salmon with avocado oil, honey, soy sauce (or tamari), and sriracha. This mixture will create a sweet and spicy glaze that infuses the salmon with flavor.
- Roast Salmon: Spread the glazed salmon evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Broil for Crispiness: Switch the oven to broil and broil the salmon for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp up the edges, enhancing texture and flavor.
- Prepare Paprika Mayo Sauce: While the salmon cooks, whisk together light mayo, lime juice, paprika, cumin, and honey in a bowl. Set the sauce aside for drizzling later.
- Make Avocado Cucumber Salad: In a separate bowl, combine cubed avocado, diced cucumber, olive oil, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and honey. Toss gently to mix all the fresh flavors evenly.
- Assemble the Bowl: Place cooked brown rice as the base in each serving bowl. Top with the honey-glazed salmon cubes, then add the avocado cucumber salad.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the paprika mayo sauce over the assembled bowls. Serve immediately to enjoy the combination of warm salmon, fresh salad, and creamy sauce.
Notes
- To increase the heat, add more sriracha to the salmon glaze or sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes into the salad or sauce.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Store leftover cooked salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheat gently in the oven for best results.
- For a quicker preparation, opt for pre-cooked brown rice packets.
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