Lemon-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Seeds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

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Oven-baked salmon fillets glazed with a bright lemon-ginger sauce and topped with toasted sesame seeds for a flavorful seafood dish. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp honey
2, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush with 1 tbsp olive oil.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined.
Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Season each fillet with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 4: Brush the lemon-ginger glaze generously over each salmon fillet. Sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds evenly on top.
Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and glaze is slightly caramelized. Remove and serve immediately.