Quick Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli
Salmon fillets pan-seared and glazed with a savory soy-ginger sauce, paired with crisp-tender sesame broccoli. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) 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
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the edges turn crispy and golden. Flip and cook for 3-4 more minutes until salmon is just cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1 tsp sesame oil. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Pour the soy-ginger sauce over the broccoli and toss to coat, cooking for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Return salmon to the skillet and spoon some sauce over the top. Garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Quick Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Quick Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Quick Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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.
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