Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snow Peas
Oven-baked salmon glazed with a ginger-soy sauce, paired with crisp-tender snow peas tossed with toasted sesame seeds for a bright and savory meal. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (5 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 4 pieces (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups snow peas, trimmed
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil until well combined.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets (5 oz each) on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush the soy-ginger glaze generously over each fillet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 3: While salmon bakes, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and sauté for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender and bright green.
- Step 4: Season snow peas with 1/4 tsp black pepper and toss with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
- Step 5: Serve the glazed salmon fillets alongside the sesame snow peas, spooning any remaining glaze from the baking sheet over the salmon.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snow Peas?
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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snow Peas?
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 Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snow Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
Is Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Snow Peas gluten free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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