Hot Honey Salmon Bowl

A Hot Honey Salmon Bowl is a delicious mix of sweet and spicy flavors paired with the rich, buttery taste of perfectly cooked salmon. This dish combines tender, flaky salmon glazed with a spicy honey sauce, served over a base of fluffy rice or quinoa, and complemented by fresh vegetables. It’s a quick, wholesome meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or a healthy lunch. The contrast between the spicy honey glaze and the cool, crisp veggies creates a balanced and vibrant bowl full of texture and taste.

Hot Honey Salmon Bowl Recipe

Ingredients:

For the salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the hot honey glaze:

• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)

For the bowl:

• 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the salmon: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
2. Bake the salmon: Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
3. Make the hot honey glaze: While the salmon is baking, mix together the honey, hot sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice or quinoa into four bowls. Add the avocado slices, cucumber, and shredded carrots.
5. Glaze the salmon: Once the salmon is cooked, brush each fillet generously with the hot honey glaze and place it on top of the bowls.
6. Garnish and serve: Garnish the bowls with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, spicy, and fresh flavors.

This Hot Honey Salmon Bowl is a flavorful, healthy meal that brings together the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and freshness!