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A vibrant chili lime salmon bowl with rice, avocado, and fresh cilantro.

Vibrant Chili Lime Salmon Power Bowls

These Vibrant Chili Lime Salmon Power Bowls are packed with flavor and nutrients, featuring perfectly cooked salmon marinated in a zesty chili-lime sauce, served over rice with fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Shallow dish or zip-top bag
  • Non-stick skillet or baking sheet
  • Paper towels
  • Oven (if baking)

Ingredients
  

Chili-Lime Salmon

  • 1 lb Salmon Fillets skin on or off, cut into 4-6 oz portions
  • 2-3 tbsp Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder or more, to taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1-2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce or Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tsp Honey or Maple Syrup optional
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

For the Bowls

  • 2 cups Cooked Rice brown, white, or cauliflower rice
  • Sliced Avocado for topping
  • Chopped Cilantro for topping
  • Diced Red Onion for topping
  • Cherry Tomatoes for topping
  • Sesame Seeds for topping (optional)
  • Extra Lime Wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

Chili-Lime Marinade

  • Whisk together lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, honey (if using), and salt and pepper to create the marinade.

Marinate Salmon

  • Pat the salmon fillets dry, then place them in a dish or bag and pour the marinade over them. Marinate for at least 5 minutes, or up to 20 minutes.

Cook Salmon (Pan-Seared Method)

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 3-5 minutes per side until cooked through and flaky, with a golden crust.

Cook Salmon (Baked Method)

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place marinated salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.

Assemble Bowls

  • Divide cooked rice among serving bowls and top with a cooked salmon fillet.

Garnish and Serve

  • Garnish generously with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, diced red onion, and cherry tomatoes. For extra zest, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and optionally add a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Notes

Adjust chili powder to your spice preference. For a richer flavor, marinate the salmon longer, up to 20 minutes. If using Tamari for gluten-free, ensure your soy sauce substitute is certified gluten-free. These bowls are great for meal prep; simply cook the salmon and rice, then assemble with fresh toppings when ready to eat.