Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Pan-seared salmon coated in a savory-sweet glaze, served with perfectly roasted broccoli for a quick, balanced weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired sheet pan (gluten free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) 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 380 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large head, cut into florets broccoli
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tbsp sesame oil.
- Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, then brush the glaze mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
- Step 4: Toss 1 large head broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread around the salmon on the baking sheet.
- Step 5: Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the broccoli is tender and slightly browned.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Sesame-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli 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 Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Impressed how simple this was for a fancy restaurant-style meal. Even my picky eater asked for seconds.
- ★★★★★
This became our weekly dinner staple. The sesame-ginger sauce was addictive and the salmon stayed juicy every time.
- ★★★★☆
My kids loved the glaze on the salmon! Broccoli roasted perfectly, though it took 15 minutes longer than the recipe said.
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