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Protein-Packed Salmon Crispy Rice Salad
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Protein-Packed Salmon Crispy Rice Salad

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score B€€€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • salmon fillets (skin removed if needed)Fish2 pieces
  • mini cucumbers (chopped)Produce250 g
  • avocados (diced)Produce2 pieces
  • frozen edamame (cooked and cooled)Produce200 g
  • carrots (chopped)Produce100 g
  • white rice (cooked)Grains300 g
  • chili oil (for the rice)Pantry30 ml
  • nonfat plain Greek yogurtDairy60 g
  • light mayonnaisePantry15 ml
  • sriracha (adjust to taste)Pantry10 ml
  • soy saucePantry5 ml
  • rice vinegarPantry5 ml
  • honeyPantry4 g
  • sesame oil (optional)Pantry2 ml
  • water (to thin the dressing)Other10 ml
  • salt (for the salmon)Spices3 g
  • black pepper (for the salmon)Spices1 g
  • garlic powder (for the salmon)Spices3 g
  • paprika (for the salmon)Spices3 g

per serving

Nutrition

558kcal

Carbs
65 g
Proteins
24 g
Fat
23 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Air fryer
  • Frying pan
  • Baking tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

step by step

Method

  1. Season the salmon

    • Pat the salmon fillets dry.
    • Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika.
    Step 1
  2. Cook the salmon

    • Cook the salmon in a skillet or air fryer until cooked through.
    • Let cool slightly, then flake into bite-sized pieces.
    Step 2
  3. Make the crispy rice

    • Toss the cooked rice with chili oil.
    • Spread onto a baking sheet.
    • Air fry or bake until golden and crispy, stirring as needed.
    Step 3
  4. Prep the vegetables

    • Chop the mini cucumbers and carrots.
    • Dice the avocados.
    • Cook and cool the edamame.
    Step 4
  5. Whisk the dressing

    • Whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey and sesame oil until smooth.
    • Add water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
    Step 5
  6. Assemble the salad

    • Add the salmon and all the vegetables to a large bowl.
    • Drizzle with the creamy spicy mayo dressing and toss everything together.
    • Top with the chili oil crispy rice right before serving.
    Step 6