Transform a Philadelphia sushi roll into a healthy salmon sushi bowl! Eat as a solo lunch, healthy side or serve to a sushi-loving crowd.
Original post: July 2018 | Updated: January 2021
Why This Recipe Works
Sushi rolls are so diverse, each one offering taste buds a unique flavor experience. This was my first attempt at turning a sushi roll into a “bowl” (aka, delicious salad) and I had such a hard time deciding what the inaugural Sushi Roll Bowl should be.
I had salmon in the fridge and avocados on my counter, so that helped to shape my decision. Turns out, the salmon sushi bowl was a good decision! This bowl or salad or lunch bowl or whatever you want to call it is sooo yummy.
How To Make Salmon Sushi Bowl
Step 1
Shred cooked salmon with a fork.
Squeeze the lime juice into the cooked rice and fluff with a fork.
Add to a large bowl and add the cooked salmon pieces, avocado and cucumber. Stir until combined.
Step 2
Using a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), combine the cream cheese, lemon juice and olive oil. Beat on medium speed until creamy.
Drizzle over the other ingredients and serve! Splash with soy sauce before serving, if desired.
What To Serve With Salmon
Check out this super delicious roundup of recipes: what to serve with fish! There will certainly be a few options on the list that will be perfect for today’s meal.
Recipe Notes
- Prepare this just before serving so the salmon stays fresh, the rice doesn’t get sticky and the avocados don’t turn brown.
- Soy sauce has a strong flavor, so serve it on the side and let people add it themselves.
- Soften the cream cheese in the microwave before mixing.
- If the cream cheese mixture contains lumps, do not fret! Whisk the dressing vigorously and microwave in 15-second intervals, if needed.
- Consider replacing the lime juice with lemon juice for a different flavor!
- Use any variety of rice desired. Brown, rice or a flavored and packaged variety all taste great.
Uses For Cooked Rice
- Sprinkle in chopped fresh cilantro and mix with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and juice from 1 lime. No need for Chipotle!
- Serve underneath a heaping scoop of Hoisin Chicken Rice Bowls, Orange Chicken or Mongolian Beef. DELISH!
- Serve alongside Instant Pot Chicken for the perfect complete meal.
- Add it to a skillet or wok, along with eggs, peas, carrots and soy sauce to create a delicious fried rice.
- Go simple and sere with a few pats of butter or olive oil. Stir until melted.
- Mix together with salsa, black beans, lime juice and chopped avocado. Add shredded chicken for a meaty dish!
FAQ About Sushi Bowls
Sushi bowls are perfect for meal prepping! Store fully prepared individual servings in airtight containers (minus avocado) and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Sushi bowls, aka Poke bowls, are deconstructed sushi rolls containing all or most of the ingredients involved inside the roll.
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Salmon Sushi Bowl Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice cooked
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 8 oz salmon cooked, broken into small pieces
- 1 avocado peeled, pitted and chopped
- 1 cucumber peeled and chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Soy sauce optional
Instructions
- Squeeze the lime juice into the cooked rice and fluff with a fork. Pour into a large bowl and add the cooked salmon pieces, avocado and cucumber. Stir until combined.
- Using a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), combine the cream cheese, lemon juice and olive oil.
- Beat on medium speed until creamy. Drizzle over the other ingredients and serve! Splash with soy sauce before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Prepare this just before serving so the salmon stays fresh, the rice doesn’t get sticky and the avocados don’t turn brown.
- Soy sauce has a strong flavor, so serve it on the side and let people add it themselves.
- Soften the cream cheese in the microwave before mixing.
- If the cream cheese mixture contains lumps, do not fret! Whisk the dressing vigorously and microwave in 15-second intervals, if needed.
- Consider replacing the lime juice with lemon juice for a different flavor!
- Use any variety of rice desired. Brown, rice or a flavored and packaged variety all taste great.
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