Leftover Salmon Rice Bowl (Printable)

A vibrant bowl featuring leftover salmon, rice, and fresh toppings, ready in minutes for a balanced, flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Leftovers

01 - 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
02 - 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked into large pieces

→ Microwave Steaming

03 - 2 ice cubes

→ Toppings

04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
05 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
06 - 1 avocado, sliced
07 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons pickled ginger
09 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
10 - 1 scallion, finely sliced
11 - Optional: chili flakes or sriracha

# Method:

01 - Place cooked rice in a microwave-safe bowl and evenly distribute the flaked salmon over the rice.
02 - Position ice cubes on top of the rice and salmon to facilitate gentle steaming.
03 - Loosely cover the bowl with parchment paper or a microwave-safe plate.
04 - Microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes, until ice cubes are melted and contents are heated through without drying out.
05 - Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil evenly over the hot rice and salmon mixture.
06 - Top with sliced avocado, cucumber, and pickled ginger for fresh texture.
07 - Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallion. Add chili flakes or sriracha if desired before serving immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Great way to use leftovers
  • Quick and easy meal in minutes
02 -
  • The ice cube trick prevents the rice and salmon from drying out in the microwave
  • This recipe is highly customizable with other toppings or leftover proteins
03 -
  • Use parchment instead of plastic wrap for safer microwave steaming
  • Add shredded nori or edamame for extra nutrients and color
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