Grilled Salmon Sushi Bowls

While I’m personally a fan of seafood in any way, shape or form, my fiancé, Sam, isn’t quite as convinced. When we first started dating, he declared he didn’t like fish at all…well, besides sushi – he could get down with that.

Yes, this seemed (and still seems) totally counterintuitive to me, but oh well.

These days, he’s definitely a more adventurous eater, but we still have work to do to really make Sam love fish. So I’ve made it my personal mission to find ways that he can reap the amazing health benefits of seafood in a more enjoyable way. Cue the sushi!

I could have been a really overachieving fiancé and take a stab at homemade sushi, and maybe someday we’ll get there. Instead, I decided to take all of the goodness of sushi and deconstruct it for a tasty and easy alternative!

Likewise, whether you’re catering to a non-raw fish eater or simply want a new way to make salmon a bit more interesting, this recipe is for you. This Soy Ginger Salmon is one of my all-time favorites, and it takes no time at all to whip up.

When choosing your salmon, always look for a sustainably sourced variety to ensure it’s the healthiest option for both you and the planet.

Still not sold? Allow the health benefits to speak for themselves. Salmon is one of the most nutritious foods on the planet as it’s rich in omega-3 fatty acids, B-vitamins, protein, potassium, selenium and other antioxidants. These factors boost brain health, reduce inflammation, help maintain a healthy weight and more.

For a couple more of my favorite salmon recipes, also check out my Salmon Tacos with Mango Salsa & Cilantro Avocado Sauce and Kale Salmon “Caesar” Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas.

But what really makes this fish so notable in this recipe is the incredible flavor. The simple, delicious marinade makes all the difference, and for this you’ll only need:

• Rice vinegar
• Coconut aminos
• Sesame oil
• Honey
• Fresh ginger
• Garlic
• Black pepper

In addition to the salmon, rice and a variety of veggies make this bowl really scream sushi. You can certainly use whatever rice you have on hand, but I personally love brown Basmati rice as it’s a whole grain, lower in arsenic than other types of rice and provides important vitamins and minerals.

Seaweed sheets also make these bowls feel like the real deal, while this ingredient is also one of the ultimate health hacks. This mighty plant helps support thyroid function, provides a wide array of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, benefits gut health and much more.

Once you have the different components of your bowl put together, just top it off with all the goodies – avocado, sesame seeds, and sriracha mayo, of course. I use and love both the Chosen Foods and Primal Kitchen avocado oil mayos for a healthier alternative, but you can always use whatever you have on hand.

I hope you give these flavor-packed bowls a try – I promise even the most fish-skeptical in your life will be fans!