Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Garlic Glaze and Steamed Broccoli
Salmon fillets pan-seared to crispy perfection and glazed with a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, served alongside tender steamed broccoli. This general-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (5 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, salt, black pepper 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 (5 oz each), skin on salmon fillets
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cups broccoli florets
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets (5 oz each) with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving until skin is crispy and golden.
- Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook an additional 3 minutes until just cooked through.
- Step 4: Remove salmon to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
- Step 5: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 6: Stir in 2 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp soy sauce, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 7: Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the honey-garlic glaze over the top and cook for 1 minute more.
- Step 8: Meanwhile, steam 3 cups broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5-6 minutes until tender but still bright green.
- Step 9: Serve the salmon fillets garnished with the glaze alongside the steamed broccoli.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Garlic Glaze and Steamed Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Garlic Glaze and Steamed Broccoli?
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 salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Garlic Glaze and Steamed Broccoli?
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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Garlic Glaze and Steamed Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Garlic Glaze and Steamed Broccoli 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.
