Sheet Pan Half-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli
Salmon fillets half-coated in a sweet soy glaze roast alongside tender broccoli tossed with toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 28 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, broccoli florets, soy sauce 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 1/2 tbsp honey, 2 tsp sesame oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Using a spoon, spread the glaze on only half of each salmon fillet, leaving the other half uncoated.
- Step 3: Toss 4 cups broccoli florets with 1/2 tsp black pepper and arrange them around the salmon on the sheet pan. Roast everything for 15-18 minutes until salmon is cooked through and broccoli is tender.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds evenly over the broccoli and salmon before serving for added crunch and aroma.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Half-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 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 Sheet Pan Half-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 Sheet Pan Half-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 Sheet Pan Half-Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Half-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli?
Asian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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