Sesame-Ginger Baked Salmon with Rainbow Veggies
Flaky salmon fillets glazed in a savory-sweet sesame-ginger sauce, roasted alongside colorful seasonal vegetables for a vibrant, nutrient-packed dinner. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, thinly sliced carrots
- 1, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp, toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a small bowl to make the glaze.
- Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with 1 tbsp of the glaze and set aside.
- Step 4: Toss broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper with 2 tbsp olive oil, spreading them in a single layer on the baking sheet around the salmon.
- Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 6: Drizzle remaining glaze over salmon, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Ginger Baked Salmon with Rainbow Veggies 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 Sesame-Ginger Baked Salmon with Rainbow Veggies?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Ginger Baked Salmon with Rainbow Veggies?
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 Sesame-Ginger Baked Salmon with Rainbow Veggies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sesame-Ginger Baked Salmon with Rainbow Veggies 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.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
