Asian-Inspired Sheet Pan Salmon with Soy-Glazed Veggies
Flaky salmon fillets paired with sweet-and-salty soy-glazed broccoli and carrots, baked in a single pan for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 minutes pairs salmon fillets, head broccoli, medium carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 oz salmon fillets
- 1 head broccoli
- 2 medium carrots
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut broccoli into 1-inch florets and slice carrots into 1/2-inch rounds.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Add broccoli and carrots, tossing to coat thoroughly.
- Step 3: Place salmon fillets on the sheet pan, then arrange the vegetable mixture around them.
- Step 4: Bake for 18 minutes, then sprinkle sesame seeds over the salmon. Roast for 5–7 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and the salmon is opaque and flaky.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Asian-Inspired Sheet Pan Salmon with Soy-Glazed Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Asian-Inspired Sheet Pan Salmon with Soy-Glazed Veggies?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Asian-Inspired Sheet Pan Salmon with Soy-Glazed Veggies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Asian-Inspired Sheet Pan Salmon with Soy-Glazed Veggies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Asian-Inspired Sheet Pan Salmon with Soy-Glazed Veggies?
Asian sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
