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Sesame crusted salmon bowl with rice, edamame, and roasted bok choy in a white bowl

High-Protein Sesame Crusted Salmon Bowl

5 from 1 vote
This high-protein salmon bowl features sesame-crusted salmon and soy-glazed bok choy served over rice with edamame and a simple soy-sesame sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings : 2 servings

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Ingredients

Salmon & Bok Choy
  • 2 salmon fillets, (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari, divided
  • 2 tbsp black sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 2 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
Soy-Sesame Sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp chili oil, (optional)
For Serving
  • 1 cup cooked rice, white and brown both work well
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, thawed or warmed
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
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Instructions
 

  1. Prepare the salmon
    If your 2 salmon fillets have skin on, slide a sharp knife between the skin and flesh, starting at one end and gently working it off (or ask your fishmonger to do this for you). Pat the salmon dry.
    Pour 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari over the salmon fillets and lightly coat all over. Add 2 tbsp black sesame seeds and 2 tbsp white sesame seeds to a shallow bowl and add the salmon, pressing gently so the seeds adhere evenly to all sides.
    Salmon fillets coated in black and white sesame seeds before cooking
  2. Make the soy-sesame sauce
    In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1 tsp chili oil (if using). Set aside.
    Homemade soy sesame drizzle sauce for high protein salmon bowl
  3. Prepare the bok choy
    Rinse the 2 heads baby bok choy well and pat dry. Slice in half lengthwise and toss with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared soy-sesame sauce, just enough to lightly coat without pooling.
    Soy glazed baby bok choy roasted until tender and lightly caramelized
  4. Cook the salmon and bok choy
    Air Fryer Method: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C). Place the salmon fillets in the basket and arrange the bok choy alongside, cut-side down. Air fry for 12 to 14 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the sesame crust is golden and crisp.
    Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the salmon the bok choy then roast for 14 to 16 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and the sesame seeds are lightly toasted. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end if desired.
    Raw sesame crusted salmon fillets and baby bok choy prepared for air frying
  5. Assemble the bowls
    Divide the 1 cup cooked rice between two bowls. Add 1 cup shelled edamame, the sesame-crusted salmon, and soy-glazed bok choy. Drizzle with remaining sauce and finish with 1 green onion, thinly sliced.
    High protein salmon bowl with sesame crusted salmon, soy glazed bok choy, edamame, and rice topped with green onions

Nutrition

Calories: 622kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 51gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 2164mgPotassium: 1418mgFiber: 8gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 5158IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 384mgIron: 8mg