Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens

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Perfectly seared salmon fillets coated in a sticky-sweet honey-soy glaze, served atop a bed of blistered bok choy and sesame seeds. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl until combined.
  2. Step 2: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and brush with 2/3 of the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes more until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: While salmon cooks, heat a separate skillet over medium-high. Add 1 bunch bok choy and 1 tsp sesame oil, stirring frequently until leaves are blistered and stems are tender (about 3 minutes).
  5. Step 5: Brush remaining sauce over salmon, then plate salmon over bok choy. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens 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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens?

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-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens 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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