Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Ginger Glaze and Sesame Greens

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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Succulent salmon fillets pan-seared and coated in a sticky honey-ginger glaze, served alongside quick-sautéed sesame spinach for a balanced dinner. This Asian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, honey, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (5 oz each) salmon fillets
3 tbsp honey
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
5 cups fresh spinach
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 tbsp soy sauce to create the glaze.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the edges are crispy.
Step 3: Flip the salmon and brush the top with half of the honey-ginger glaze. Cook another 3-4 minutes until cooked through and glaze is sticky.
Step 4: Remove salmon and keep warm. In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add 5 cups fresh spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just wilted.
Step 5: Plate the salmon over the spinach, drizzle remaining glaze over the top, and sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.