Grilled Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions
Tender salmon fillets grilled with a sweet and savory honey-soy glaze, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 scallions scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the honey-soy marinade over them, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F). Lightly oil the grill grates.
- Step 4: Grill the salmon fillets skin side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and grill for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is glazed.
- Step 5: Remove from grill and sprinkle with 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 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 Grilled Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?
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 Grilled Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?
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 Grilled Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions 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 Grilled Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallions?
Asian 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.
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