Healthy Recipes using Steamed Salmon Belly

Citrus Herb Steamed Salmon Belly

This refreshing dish features steamed salmon belly infused with zesty citrus and fragrant herbs, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1 orange (juiced)
  • 1 lemon (juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix orange juice, lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place salmon bellies in a steamer basket and pour the citrus mixture over them.
  3. Steam for 10-12 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flaky.

Asian-Inspired Ginger Soy Steamed Salmon Belly

A delightful fusion of flavors, this recipe combines ginger and soy sauce to create a savory steamed salmon belly dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
  1. Combine soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
  2. Place salmon bellies in a steamer, drizzle the sauce over them, and sprinkle with green onions.
  3. Steam for 10-12 minutes, then garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Mediterranean Quinoa and Steamed Salmon Belly Bowl

This nutritious bowl features steamed salmon belly served over a bed of fluffy quinoa and topped with Mediterranean vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cucumber (diced)
  • 1/4 cup olives (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. Steam salmon bellies for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  3. In a bowl, combine quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then top with steamed salmon.

Spicy Mango Salsa Steamed Salmon Belly

This vibrant dish features steamed salmon belly topped with a spicy mango salsa, offering a burst of flavor and freshness.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1 ripe mango (diced)
  • 1 jalapeño (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 red onion (diced)
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. Mix mango, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl to make the salsa.
  2. Steam salmon bellies for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Serve the salmon topped with the spicy mango salsa.

Garlic Lemon Steamed Salmon Belly with Asparagus

A simple yet elegant dish, this steamed salmon belly is paired with tender asparagus and infused with garlic and lemon.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 lemon (sliced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Place salmon bellies and asparagus in a steamer basket, seasoning with garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Layer lemon slices on top of the salmon.
  3. Steam for 10-12 minutes until the salmon is flaky and asparagus is tender.

Herbed Pesto Steamed Salmon Belly with Spinach

This dish features steamed salmon belly drizzled with homemade basil pesto and served over sautéed spinach for a nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Steam salmon bellies for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  2. Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  3. Serve salmon belly over spinach and drizzle with basil pesto.

Tropical Coconut Curry Steamed Salmon Belly

A unique blend of flavors, this recipe features steamed salmon belly in a creamy coconut curry sauce served with steamed vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, broccoli)
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, heat coconut milk and curry powder, stirring until combined.
  2. Place salmon bellies in a steamer with mixed vegetables, and pour the curry sauce over them.
  3. Steam for 10-12 minutes until salmon is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Lemon Dill Steamed Salmon Belly with Cauliflower Rice

This light dish features steamed salmon belly seasoned with lemon and dill, served over a bed of cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1 head cauliflower (riced)
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rice the cauliflower using a food processor and steam for 5 minutes until tender.
  2. Steam salmon bellies for 10-12 minutes, seasoning with lemon juice, zest, dill, salt, and pepper.
  3. Serve salmon over cauliflower rice, garnished with additional dill.

Mediterranean Stuffed Steamed Salmon Belly

This creative dish features salmon belly stuffed with a mixture of feta cheese, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, all steamed to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon bellies
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Mix feta cheese, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. Stuff salmon bellies with the mixture and secure with toothpicks.
  3. Steam for 10-12 minutes until salmon is cooked through and filling is heated.