Pan-Seared Salmon with Citrus-Soy Glaze and Sesame Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

A tender pan-seared salmon fillet glazed with a tangy citrus-soy sauce, served atop wilted sesame spinach for a balanced, flavorful meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, fresh orange juice 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 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
• 5 cups fresh spinach
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• to taste black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger until well combined and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with black pepper, then place skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the skin is crisp and golden.
3. Step 3: Flip the salmon fillets and pour the prepared citrus-soy glaze over them. Spoon the glaze continuously as the salmon cooks an additional 3-4 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a separate large skillet over medium heat. Add 5 cups fresh spinach and sauté, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until wilted but still vibrant.
5. Step 5: Plate the wilted spinach, top with the glazed salmon fillets, and sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.