Leftover Salmon Rice Bowl (Printable)

Flaked salmon and rice get fresh toppings after clever microwave steaming for a quick, balanced main.

# 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Place cooked rice in a microwave-safe bowl and distribute flaked salmon evenly on top.
02 - Place 2 ice cubes on the surface of the rice and salmon.
03 - Loosely cover the bowl with parchment paper or a microwave-safe plate. Heat on high for 2 to 3 minutes until ice cubes have melted and contents are warmed through.
04 - Remove from microwave. Drizzle with soy sauce or tamari and sesame oil.
05 - Place sliced avocado, cucumber, and pickled ginger over the warmed base.
06 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and scallion. Optionally add chili flakes or sriracha for heat.
07 - Present immediately while warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses leftovers efficiently for a fast meal
  • Delivers fresh flavor with minimal effort
02 -
  • The ice cube trick ensures moist rice and salmon without drying out leftovers
  • You can easily swap in cooked fish or tofu to suit dietary needs
03 -
  • Add shredded nori, edamame, or carrot ribbons for extra color and nutrition
  • Pair this bowl with green tea or crisp white wine for a fresh meal
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