Why this version works
Ingredients
Protein:
- 1 salmon fillet
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper
- Squeeze of lime
Base (choose one):
- 1/2 cup cooked Brown Rice
OR - Cauliflower rice (lower carb option)
Toppings:
- 1/4 cup fresh mango (small portion)
- 1/2 avocado (sliced)
- Cucumber slices
- Shredded cabbage
- Fresh cilantro
Dressing (no sugar)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- Pinch chili flakes
Instructions
- Grill salmon
- Season salmon and grill (or pan-sear) 3–4 min per side
- Prepare base
- Cook brown rice or sauté cauliflower rice
- Assemble bowl
- Add base, top with salmon
- Add mango, avocado, and veggies
- Finish
- Drizzle dressing over everything
Nutrition balance
- Protein + omega-3 fats (salmon)
- Fiber from veggies
- Controlled natural sugar from mango
Tips for diabetics
- Keep mango portion small (it’s natural sugar but still raises glucose)
- Pair with cauliflower rice for ultra low-carb
- Avoid sweet sauces like teriyaki
Pro option
For even better blood sugar control:
- Do half cauliflower rice + half Brown Rice
- Add extra greens to increase fiber
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