Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Pan-seared salmon with a sticky-sweet sriracha-honey glaze, paired with caramelized sweet potatoes for a vibrant, balanced dinner. This american-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (5 oz each) salmon fillets, honey, sriracha for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1.5 lbs, peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 1.5 lbs cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp dried thyme on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes until tender and golden at the edges, flipping halfway through.
- Step 3: While potatoes roast, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp lime juice in a small bowl.
- Step 4: Pat salmon fillets dry, then brush both sides with 1 tbsp of the glaze mixture.
- Step 5: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until flaky and golden.
- Step 6: Brush salmon with remaining glaze during the last minute of cooking. Transfer salmon to a plate and top with 2 tbsp chopped cilantro.
- Step 7: Serve salmon over roasted sweet potatoes, drizzling with pan juices.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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.
Is Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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.
What others are saying
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Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
