Coconut-Aminos Glazed Salmon with Broccoli
Salmon fillets with a sweet-savory coconut-aminos glaze, served alongside steamed broccoli. This asian-inspired whole30 ready in about 18 minutes pairs salmon fillets, coconut aminos, grated ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 1, 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
- 8 oz salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 12 oz broccoli
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Whisk coconut aminos, grated ginger, and 1 tsp water in a small bowl until combined. Brush half the mixture over salmon fillets.
- Step 2: Steam broccoli florets for 5-6 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Meanwhile, heat 1 tsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until golden.
- Step 3: Flip salmon, brush with remaining glaze, and cook for 3-4 minutes more until opaque and flaky. Transfer salmon to a plate, top with sesame seeds, and serve immediately with steamed broccoli.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Coconut-Aminos Glazed Salmon with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Coconut-Aminos Glazed Salmon with Broccoli?
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 Coconut-Aminos Glazed Salmon with Broccoli?
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 Coconut-Aminos Glazed Salmon with Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Coconut-Aminos Glazed Salmon with Broccoli?
Asian whole30 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
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
