Leftover Salmon Rice Bowl (Print View)

Salmon and rice revived with microwave steam, topped with avocado, cucumber, soy, sesame, and ginger.

# Components:

→ Leftovers

01 - 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
02 - 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked into large pieces

→ Microwave Steaming

03 - 2 ice cubes

→ Toppings

04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
05 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
06 - 1 avocado, sliced
07 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons pickled ginger
09 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
10 - 1 scallion, finely sliced
11 - Optional: chili flakes or sriracha

# Directions:

01 - Place cooked rice in a microwave-safe bowl and top evenly with flaked salmon.
02 - Position two ice cubes on top of the rice and salmon.
03 - Cover the bowl loosely with parchment paper or a microwave-safe plate.
04 - Microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the ice cubes to melt and gently reheat the rice and salmon until moist throughout.
05 - Remove the bowl from the microwave and drizzle evenly with soy sauce and sesame oil.
06 - Layer avocado slices, cucumber, and pickled ginger attractively over the bowl contents.
07 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallion. Add chili flakes or sriracha if desired.
08 - Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses leftovers for minimal waste
  • Ready in just 15 minutes for healthy weeknight dinners
02 -
  • The ice cube trick keeps rice and fish moist during reheating
  • Swap salmon for tofu or other cooked fish for a different flavor
03 -
  • Let ice cubes fully melt for gentle steaming, not drying
  • Add shredded nori or edamame for extra nutrition and flavor
Return