Vibrant sushi-inspired poke bowl (Printable)

Colorful poke bowl with marinated fish, fresh greens, avocado, and a zesty soy-ginger dressing.

# Components:

→ Fish

01 - 14 oz sushi-grade salmon or tuna, cut into ½ in cubes

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
03 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
04 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
05 - 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
06 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced

→ Greens & Salad Base

08 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, baby spinach, arugula)
09 - 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
10 - 1 large avocado, sliced
11 - 2 small carrots, julienned
12 - 1 cup cooked and cooled sushi rice or brown rice (optional)

→ Toppings

13 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
14 - 2 tbsp sliced scallions (spring onions)
15 - 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips
16 - Pickled ginger, to serve
17 - 1 small red chili, sliced (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey, and minced garlic in a bowl.
02 - Add cubed salmon or tuna to the marinade, toss gently to coat, cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
03 - Arrange mixed greens, cucumber, avocado, carrots, and rice (if using) evenly in individual serving bowls.
04 - Spoon the marinated fish along with any remaining marinade over the salad components.
05 - Top each bowl with toasted sesame seeds, sliced scallions, nori strips, pickled ginger, and sliced chili as desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 20 minutes with zero cooking, making it perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something that doesn't heat up the kitchen.
  • The marinade transforms simple raw fish into something deeply flavorful while keeping everything light and fresh.
  • You can prep components ahead and assemble bowls right when you're ready to eat, which feels like meal prep but tastes like you're cooking fresh.
02 -
  • The fish needs to be genuinely sushi-grade or sashimi-grade; this isn't where you save money, and your fishmonger should be able to confirm it's safe to eat raw.
  • Don't skip the marinating time—those 10 minutes change everything, seasoning the fish from the inside and giving it a slightly firmer, more refined texture.
  • Assemble your bowl right before eating so the greens don't get soggy and the avocado doesn't oxidize.
03 -
  • Let your fish sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving so the flavors open up and you taste the full depth of the marinade.
  • Invest in a good sharp knife for slicing the fish cleanly; a dull blade will tear the delicate flesh and ruin the texture you worked to create.
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