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Side view of a plated slice of salmon sushi bake showing layered sushi rice, creamy salmon, and cucumber, topped with shredded nori and drizzled spicy mayo, with cucumber slices and pickled ginger on the side.

Healthy Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe

A lighter take on the viral salmon sushi bake. Creamy, savory, and high‑protein thanks to Greek yogurt and Neufchâtel, layered over seasoned sushi rice and finished with furikake and a quick broil. Easy weeknight dinner or crowd‑pleasing appetizer serve warm with nori, cucumber, and a drizzle of spicy mayo.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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Rice

  • 2 cups sushi rice (dry), rinsed
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar (or 2 tsp monk fruit)
  • 3/4 tsp salt

Filling

  • 1.251.5 lb cooked salmon, flaked
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 23 tbsp light mayo (Kewpie if possible)
  • 4 oz Neufchâtel cheese, softened
  • 12 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp green onions, sliced
  • 23 tbsp furikake, divided

Toppings

  • Light mayo and sriracha, for drizzle
  • Green onions, extra furikake
  • Nori sheets; optional avocado, cucumber, sesame

Instructions

  • Cook rice. Mix vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold into warm rice. Rest 5 minutes.
  • Cook salmon at 400°F until just flaky. Flake with a fork.
  • Stir yogurt, light mayo, Neufchâtel, sriracha, soy, and vinegar until smooth. Fold in salmon, green onions, and 1–2 tbsp furikake.
  • Press rice into a greased 9×13 dish. Sprinkle 1 tbsp furikake. Spread salmon mixture on top.
  • Bake 400°F for 10–12 minutes. Broil 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
  • Drizzle sauces. Add furikake and green onions. Serve with nori and fresh toppings.

Notes

  • Keep salmon moist; avoid overbaking.
  • Season rice this makes the dish.
  • Add crunchy veggies after baking.
  • Author: Soukaina
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Casserole
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Sushi‑inspired, Asian‑fusion