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Fresh and Flavorful Poke Bowl

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Fresh and Flavorful Poke Bowl Recipe (20 Min Vibrant Healthy Meal)

🕒 Prep: 20 min | 🍳 Cook: 0 min | ⏱️ Total: 20 min

👥 Serves: 4 | 🔥 Calories: 380 kcal/serving

Why You'll LOVE This Fresh Poke Bowl Recipe ✨

  • Fresh & Vibrant: Sushi-grade fish + zesty dressing = flavor explosion!
  • Quick & Healthy: 20 min for a nutrient-packed, customizable bowl
  • Diet-Friendly: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb Option, Vegan Option, Paleo

Ingredients 📋

🐟 Protein

  • 1 lb sushi-grade ahi tuna or salmon, diced (sub: tofu or tempeh)
  • ½ cup edamame, shelled (optional)

🥗 Base & Veggies

  • 2 cups sticky brown rice, cooked (sub: quinoa or mixed greens)
  • ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, shredded
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, diced

🥄 Dressing & Garnishes

  • ¼ cup soy sauce (sub: tamari for GF)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp furikake (optional)

💡 Pro Tip: Source sushi-grade fish from a trusted market for the freshest flavor!

Instructions (4 Easy Steps) 📝

  1. 1. Prep Protein: Dice tuna or salmon into ½-inch cubes. If using tofu, press and cube. Toss with 2 tbsp soy sauce + ½ tbsp sesame oil, marinate 5 min → Flavorful protein!
  2. 2. Prep Veggies: Slice cucumber, shred carrot, slice onion, dice avocado, prep edamame → Fresh & crunchy!
  3. 3. Make Dressing: Whisk soy sauce + sesame oil + rice vinegar + honey → Zesty marinade!
  4. 4. Assemble & Serve: Layer rice or greens in bowls, top with protein, veggies, dressing. Garnish with scallions, sesame seeds, furikake → Vibrant poke bowl!

⏰ Timing Hack: Prep veggies while protein marinates – saves 5 minutes!

Pro Tips for PERFECT Results 🎓

  1. Fresh Fish: Look for bright, firm sushi-grade fish
  2. Chill Everything: Keep ingredients cold for crisp texture
  3. Storage: Fridge 1 day | Best served fresh
  4. Customize: Add mango or jalapeño for extra flair

Flavor Variations 🌱

  • Gluten-Free: Use tamari instead of soy sauce
  • Vegan: Swap fish for tofu or tempeh
  • Spicy: Add sriracha or chili flakes to dressing
  • Low-Carb: Use cauliflower rice or greens as base

FAQ ❓

No sushi-grade fish?

Use cooked shrimp or tofu for a safe alternative

Make ahead?

Prep veggies + dressing, assemble fresh to avoid soggy base

Other fish options?

Try sushi-grade fluke, hamachi, or albacore

Nutrition (Per Serving) 🥗

Calories: 380 | Protein: 28g | Carbs: 35g | Fat: 14g
Gluten-Free Option ✓ Low-Carb Option ✓ Paleo ✓ Healthy ✓

Serve With 🍽️

  • Miso Soup – Warm, light side
  • Seaweed Salad – Fresh complement
  • Sake – Smooth pairing

Reader Reviews ⭐

"FRESHEST POKE EVER! So easy!" – Hana, HI
"Healthy and delicious! Love the quinoa!" – Zoe, CA

📌 PIN FOR HEALTHY DINNER!

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