Wild Salmon & Edamame Poke Bowl
A refreshing, protein-packed poke bowl featuring sushi-grade salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber over warm brown rice. Simple to assemble and loaded with brain-boosting omega-3s.
The perimenopause lens
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 10-minute game plan
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Equipment
Mixing bowl
Time saver
Measure everything before you start so this quick recipe moves without pauses.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep medium avocado (sliced), cup cucumber (sliced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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In a small bowl
In a small bowl, toss the cubed salmon with soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Let it marinate for about 5 minutes.
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Warm the cooked brown rice slightly so…
Warm the cooked brown rice slightly so it isn't cold from the fridge, then place it in the base of your serving bowl.
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Arrange the marinated salmon
Arrange the marinated salmon, cucumber slices, shelled edamame, and avocado evenly over the rice.
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Drizzle any remaining marinade over the top…
Drizzle any remaining marinade over the top of the bowl.
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Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds…
Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or a pinch of red pepper flakes before eating.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Always buy salmon specifically labeled "sushi-grade"…
Always buy salmon specifically labeled "sushi-grade" or "sashimi-grade" from a trusted fishmonger if you plan to eat it raw.
If you prefer your fish cooked
If you prefer your fish cooked, simply pan-sear the marinated salmon cubes for 3 to 4 minutes until opaque and flaky.
Keep frozen
Keep frozen, pre-portioned brown rice pouches in the freezer to make assembling this lunch incredibly fast.
Use tamari instead of soy sauce…
Use tamari instead of soy sauce if you need a gluten-free option.
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