Marmalade-Glazed Salmon with Rainbow Vegetables
Succulent salmon fillets glazed with a tangy marmalade sauce, served alongside a vibrant rainbow vegetable medley. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 55 minutes pairs skin-on Salmon fillets, Orange marmalade, Lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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, skin-on Salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp Orange marmalade
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp, chopped Dill
- 1, diced Red bell pepper
- 1, diced Yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup, diced Zucchini
- 1 cup, julienned Carrots
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss 1 cup zucchini, 1 cup carrots, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1 diced yellow bell pepper with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp orange marmalade, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp chopped dill. Brush the glaze over 4 salmon fillets.
- Step 3: Place salmon on the baking sheet with vegetables. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is flaky and the glaze is glossy. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Marmalade-Glazed Salmon with Rainbow Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (25 min prep + 30 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 Marmalade-Glazed Salmon with Rainbow Vegetables?
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 skin-on salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Marmalade-Glazed Salmon with Rainbow Vegetables?
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 Marmalade-Glazed Salmon with Rainbow Vegetables 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 Marmalade-Glazed Salmon with Rainbow Vegetables?
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.
What others are saying
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
