Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Sautéed Greens
Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a honey-soy sauce served alongside tender sesame sautéed spinach and bok choy. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, divided salt, divided black pepper 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 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
- 2 pieces (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets
- 3/4 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 heads, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) on both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until skin is crisp.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush the tops generously with half of the honey-soy glaze. Cook for another 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky. Remove salmon to a warm plate.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Add 3 cups baby spinach and 2 halved baby bok choy heads. Season with remaining 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until greens are wilted but still bright.
- Step 6: Return salmon to the skillet, drizzle remaining glaze over all, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top, and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Sautéed 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 Sautéed Greens?
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 divided salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Sautéed 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 Sautéed 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.
What goes well with Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon with Sesame Sautéed Greens?
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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