Can I use fresh tuna instead of canned?

While fresh tuna would be delicious, canned is the way to go here - it's faster and cheaper. Canned tuna doesn't need cooking, which keeps this as a true 5-minute meal. If you do use fresh, you'll need to cook it first and the whole point of this recipe's speed disappears!

What if I don't like spicy mayo?

No worries at all! Plain mayo works beautifully - I actually make this both ways depending on my mood. You could also try mixing in a bit of lemon juice or wasabi for different flavor twists. The mayo is just there to add creaminess and help the tuna blend nicely with the rice.

Can I meal prep these tuna rice bowls?

Absolutely! This is one of my favorite meal prep hacks. Just store the components separately - rice in one container, drained tuna in another, and mayo in a small jar. Assemble when ready to eat (the mayo goes on last). Everything keeps fresh for 2 days in the fridge this way.

5-Minute Tuna and Rice Bowl That Will Blow Your Mind

Quick Tuna and Rice Bowl with Spicy Mayo

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A simple, high-protein meal ready in minutes. Perfect for budget cooks looking for a quick lunch or dinner.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 serving 1x
Category: Lunch/Dinner
Method: No-Cook/Microwave
Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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1 cup cooked rice
1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
Optional toppings: sliced avocado, cucumber, sesame seeds, nori strips

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Instructions

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sriracha to make spicy mayo.
Heat rice in the microwave for 1 minute if cold.
Fluff rice and place in a bowl.
Top with drained tuna and drizzle with spicy mayo.
Add optional toppings if desired.
Mix and enjoy!

Notes

Use leftover rice or microwave-ready rice for faster prep.
Adjust sriracha for more or less heat.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 40mg

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