Sesame-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Salmon fillets coated in sweet-savory sesame glaze, served with caramelized roasted vegetables. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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) salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, minced garlic
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 cups (broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces) mixed vegetables
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces) on a baking sheet, toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; spread in a single layer.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp minced garlic.
3. Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets on top of the vegetables, then brush with 1 tbsp of the glaze.
4. Step 4: Roast for 15-20 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Step 5: While the salmon roasts, toast 2 tbsp sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
6. Step 6: Remove salmon from oven, brush with remaining glaze, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.