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Crispy Rice Salmon Bowl

Crispy Rice Salmon Bowl

This Crispy Rice Salmon Bowl features crispy rice topped with seared salmon and vibrant Mediterranean vegetables for a delightful and easy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon skin removed
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for pan-searing
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
For the Rice Base
  • 4 cups Cooked jasmine or basmati rice preferably cold or leftover
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for frying the rice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup Zucchini diced
  • 1 cup Red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives halved
  • 1 tablespoon Capers optional
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper to taste
For the Lemon-Yogurt Drizzle
  • 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt for a creamy base
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh dill or parsley
To Serve
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill or parsley chopped for garnishing
  • 1 lemon Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • small bowl
  • Nonstick skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, zest, and chopped dill or parsley, adding a pinch of salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until it's time to serve.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Cook for 4-5 minutes until they're softened, then stir in the cherry tomatoes, olives, capers (if using), oregano, salt, and pepper for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Press the cold, cooked rice into an even layer in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 6-8 minutes, until the bottom is golden and crispy. Season with salt, and if desired, flip or stir to crisp additional sides before dividing among serving bowls.
  4. Pat your salmon fillets dry and season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. In a separate nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until they are golden and just cooked through.
  5. Start by topping the crispy rice with the sautéed vegetables. Place one salmon fillet on each bowl, then drizzle generously with the lemon-yogurt sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
  6. Optional: Garnish with extra dill or parsley for an appealing finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Using cold or leftover rice is key to achieving that beautiful crispy texture.

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