Smoked Salmon Rice Bowl Recipe (15-Minute Lunch with Sriracha Mayo & Avocado)
POV: You’ve just found your new go-to lunch — a smoked salmon rice bowl that’s fast, filling, and bursting with flavor. Tender smoked salmon pairs perfectly with creamy sriracha mayo, fresh cucumber, crunchy red cabbage, buttery avocado, and savory seaweed salad — all layered over fluffy brown rice. It’s a 15-minute meal that feels special but is easy enough for any weekday, and it’s endlessly customizable to suit your taste or whatever’s in your fridge!
Lunch, amiright?
While I see a lot of posts about the struggle to come up with dinner ideas, for me it’s all about lunch. By the time lunch time rolls around I want something fast, filling, easy AND delicious. The challenge is ramped up further for me by the fact that – as a food photographer – my kitchen and work areas are typically covered with all manner of props, ingredients and utensils. So the idea of adding to the mix just to make lunch is enough to make me want to do nothing more than pour a bowl of cereal and call it a day.
Fun fact: I’ve posted exactly ONE recipe solely slotted for lunch in almost 15 years of writing this blog:
Another Fishwife Star!
I recently shared a recipe using Fishwife tuna. Now that I think of it I DID mention that it would make a great lunch so maybe I’m doing better than I thought?
And as delish as it was I was even more excited to try Fishwife’s Smoked Salmon.
To know me is to know I LOVE smoked fish – so I was lucky to receive a 3-pack of this lovely salmon because I demolished the first one straightaway. So. Good.
But I digress – let’s get into this salmon bowl!
Why You’ll Love This Smoked Salmon Rice Bowl
- Quick: Ready in just 15 minutes
- Healthy & filling: Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber
- Flexible: Easy to customize with your favorite toppings or rice varieties
- Gorgeous presentation: Perfect for lunch guests or meal prep
Ingredients You’ll Need
To say this dish is completely customizable (save the salmon, natch) is an understatement. Here’s what I used for my delicious lunch bowl:
- Light mayo
- Sriracha
- Cooked brown rice
- Fishwife Smoked Atlantic Salmon
- Cucumber
- Red cabbage
- Seaweed salad
- Avocado
- Sesame seeds
How To Make It!
Step 1: Make the dressing
Whisk the mayo and sriracha together, adjusting for taste and consistency.
Step 2: Assemble your bowl!
In a shallow bowl layer your rice, followed by the salmon, cucumber, cabbage, seaweed salad and avocado. Drizzle with the dressing, sprinkle sesame seeds and dig in!
Let me know if you try this recipe – and how you customize it!
Smoked Salmon Rice Bowl
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 3 tablespoons light mayo
- 1 - 3 tablespoons sriracha
For the bowl:
- 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 3.5- ounce can Fishwife Smoked Atlantic Salmon
- sliced cucumber
- thinly sliced red cabbage
- seaweed salad
- 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced
- sesame seeds
Instructions
Make the dressing:
- Whisk the mayo and sriracha together in a small bowl. Adjust the amounts till you achieve the desired consistency and level of spiciness. Set aside
Prepare the bowl:
- Spoon the rice into a shallow bowl. Add the salmon, cucumber, cabbage, seaweed salad and avocado. Drizzle some of the dressing over and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make smoked salmon rice bowls ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can cook the rice and prep the vegetables in advance, then store them separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add the smoked salmon, avocado, and dressing just before serving for the best flavor and texture.
Q: What type of rice works best for smoked salmon rice bowls?
A: Brown rice is a great choice for extra fiber and a nutty flavor, but you can also use sushi rice, jasmine rice, or even cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Q: Can I use another protein instead of smoked salmon?
A: Absolutely! Try smoked trout, canned tuna, grilled shrimp, or even tofu for a vegetarian twist.
Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
A: Yes, this smoked salmon rice bowl is naturally gluten-free — just be sure your sriracha and mayo are certified gluten-free.
Q: What toppings go well with smoked salmon rice bowls?
A: In addition to avocado, cucumber, and seaweed salad, you can add pickled ginger, edamame, shredded carrots, or a sprinkle of furikake seasoning.
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