Description
This Sweet Chili Salmon Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender, oven-baked salmon glazed with a spicy-sweet chili sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy rice and fresh crisp vegetables, it’s garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of texture and taste. Perfect for a quick, wholesome weeknight meal that balances sweet, tangy, and savory notes in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Rice
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
Vegetables & Garnishes
- 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the salmon. Place the skinless salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each fillet generously with sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and sprinkle the minced garlic evenly on top for added flavor.
- Bake the salmon. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes. You will know it’s done when the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- Cook and fluff the rice. While the salmon is baking, cook your choice of rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains.
- Prepare the vegetables. Slice bell peppers and cucumbers into thin strips or bite-sized pieces as preferred for freshness and crunch.
- Assemble the bowl. Once salmon is cooked, allow it to rest briefly. Serve the salmon fillets over a generous bed of the cooked rice, then top with the fresh sliced vegetables.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds over the bowl. Serve warm and enjoy the perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and fresh flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute sweet chili sauce with a mixture of honey and chili flakes for a homemade version.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the sweet chili sauce is gluten-free or make your own gluten-free chili glaze.
- Use quinoa or brown rice for a healthier, more fiber-rich alternative to white rice.
- If you prefer, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Leftover salmon bowls can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and gently reheated.
