Leftover Salmon Rice Bowl (Printable version)

Bring new life to salmon and rice with a simple microwave trick and vibrant toppings for an easy, balanced meal.

# What you 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 - Chili flakes or sriracha (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange the cooked rice in a microwave-safe bowl and evenly distribute the flaked salmon on top.
02 - Place two ice cubes directly on the rice and salmon.
03 - Loosely cover the bowl with parchment paper or a microwave-safe plate.
04 - Microwave on high for two to three minutes until the ice cubes have melted and the rice and salmon are heated through and moist.
05 - Remove the bowl from the microwave. Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil.
06 - Arrange avocado slices, cucumber, and pickled ginger over the heated mixture.
07 - Top with toasted sesame seeds and scallion. Optionally, add chili flakes or sriracha for heat. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses up leftovers for minimal waste
  • Ready in minutes with fresh toppings
02 -
  • The ice cube steaming technique keeps rice and salmon moist instead of drying out
  • For gluten-free, use tamari and always double-check ingredient labels
03 -
  • Add shredded nori, edamame, or carrot ribbons for extra color
  • Pair your bowl with green tea or crisp white wine for a full meal experience
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