Rice and Salmon Bowl

A Rice and Salmon Bowl is a balanced, one-bowl meal featuring a base of steamed rice topped with cooked salmon fillet, often accompanied by vegetables like avocado, cucumber, or edamame, and a savory sauce. It is a staple of modern Japanese-inspired cuisine, popularized globally through fast-casual dining and home cooking.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a well-rounded meal, providing a good balance of complex carbohydrates from the rice, high-quality protein from the salmon, and healthy fats. A typical serving offers a substantial amount of omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and selenium, with a calorie range of approximately 500-700 kcal depending on portion size and additions.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	620 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	580 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	1.5 g
Vitamin D	14.2 mcg
Vitamin B12	4.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	10.5 mg
Selenium	38 mcg
Phosphorus	420 mg
Potassium	680 mg
Magnesium	65 mg

Per 1 bowl (450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The Rice and Salmon Bowl is a prime example of 'washoku' (traditional Japanese dietary culture), which emphasizes balance, seasonality, and the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients. Nutritionally, the combination of salmon and rice provides a complete amino acid profile and is celebrated for its heart-health benefits due to the omega-3 content.