Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus Ginger Glaze and Sesame Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

Salmon fillets pan-seared to a golden crust and glazed with a tangy citrus ginger sauce, served over sautéed sesame spinach. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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) salmon fillets
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 5 cups baby spinach
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

Nonstick skillets worth buying → Best Nonstick Cookware for 2026: Top 5 Pans + Buying Guide

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets on both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until crisp and golden; flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
3. Step 3: While salmon cooks, combine 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl.
4. Step 4: Remove salmon from pan and set aside. Pour the citrus ginger mixture into the skillet and simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
5. Step 5: Add 5 cups baby spinach and 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil to the skillet with the glaze. Toss and sauté for 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
6. Step 6: Plate the spinach, place salmon on top, and drizzle with the thickened glaze. Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over the dish before serving.