Description
Spicy Chipotle Honey Salmon Bowls combine the zesty heat of chipotle peppers and the sweetness of honey for an unforgettable meal. Perfectly seared salmon fillets rest atop a fluffy base of rice or quinoa, complemented by vibrant vegetables. This easy-to-make dish will impress your family and friends, making it a go-to for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for greasing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, corn) (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chipotle peppers, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add salmon fillets to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Place marinated salmon skin-side down in the dish and pour any leftover marinade over it.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- While the salmon bakes, prepare rice or quinoa according to package instructions. If using vegetables, sauté them in olive oil until crisp-tender.
- Assemble bowls by placing rice or quinoa at the bottom, topping with salmon and vegetables. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg