Description
This Salmon Burrito Bowl is a delicious and healthy meal option that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. A perfect balance of protein, carbs, and veggies in one bowl!
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Burrito Bowl Components:
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or white rice
- 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional for topping)
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the salmon: Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through.
- Assemble the bowl: In serving bowls, layer rice, black beans, corn, avocado, tomatoes, and red onion. Flake salmon over the top.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle lime juice, cilantro, and optional yogurt or sour cream over the bowls. Add hot sauce if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, mix lime juice and cilantro into the rice.
- Grilling the salmon adds a smoky taste.
- Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
