Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Snap Peas
Flaky salmon fillets glazed in a sweet-savory ginger-soy sauce, served with crisp snap peas for a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, rice vinegar 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 lb, trimmed snap peas
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 4 salmon fillets dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp grated ginger.
- Step 3: Brush half the glaze over salmon fillets and place on a lined baking sheet. Roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb trimmed snap peas and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Brush remaining glaze over the cooked salmon and sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately with the snap peas.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Snap Peas take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Snap 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Snap 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 Snap 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.
What goes well with Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon with Snap Peas?
Japanese seafood 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
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this ginger-soy are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
