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Spicy Chipotle Honey Salmon Rice Salad Recipe

Spicy Chipotle Honey Salmon Rice Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 60 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, Roasting, Broiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful and satisfying Spicy Chipotle Honey Salmon Rice Salad recipe that combines crispy rice, tender salmon, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal!

Ingredients

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Rice:

  • 2–3 cups cooked rice, preferably a day old
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tamari/soy sauce
  • Black pepper

Salmon:

  • 1 tbsp salted butter
  • 4 salmon fillets, cut into bite-size chunks
  • 1–2 tbsp chopped chipotle in adobo
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp tamari/soy sauce

Salad:

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 2 avocados, chopped
  • 2 Persian cucumbers, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped

Tahini Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp tamari/soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 3 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.

    2. To make the rice, toss together cooked rice, butter, sesame oil, garlic, tamari sauce, and black pepper on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, then toss with more tamari and bake for an additional 10 minutes until crispy.

  2. To make the salmon,

    3. toss salmon with butter, chipotle, honey, tamari, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 10-15 minutes, then broil until crispy.

  3. To make the salad,

    4. combine cabbage, avocado, cucumbers, jalapeño, cilantro, and peanuts in a salad bowl.

  4. To make the dressing,

    5. blend all dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth. Adjust consistency with water. Add sesame seeds and season with salt and chili flakes.

  5. Spoon hot rice over the salad,

    6. add salmon, then gently toss with tahini dressing. Serve with tortilla chips on the side if desired. Serves 4.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approx. 650 kcal
  • Sugar: Approx. 12g
  • Sodium: Approx. 800mg
  • Fat: Approx. 40g
  • Saturated Fat: Approx. 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 30g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 60g
  • Fiber: Approx. 8g
  • Protein: Approx. 20g
  • Cholesterol: Approx. 50mg

Find it online: https://jmrecipes.com/spicy-chipotle-honey-salmon-rice-salad-recipe/