Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and spicy honey-ginger sauce, served alongside crisp-tender sesame green beans. This asian-inspired mother’s day ready in about 25 minutes pairs about 6 oz each salmon fillets, salt, freshly ground black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

★ 4.4 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 4 salmon fillets evenly on both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and edges are opaque.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for another 3 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
  4. Step 4: Pour the honey-ginger sauce over the salmon in the pan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, spooning the sauce over the fillets to glaze.
  5. Step 5: While salmon cooks, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add 12 oz trimmed green beans and sauté for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over the green beans and toss to coat before serving alongside the glazed salmon.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans?

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 salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans?

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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans?

Asian mother’s day 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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