Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon with Broccoli
Salmon fillets baked with a sweet and savory honey-sesame glaze served alongside roasted broccoli for a nutritious dinner. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, broccoli florets, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp, grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2, sliced green onions
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger.
- Step 2: Toss 4 cups broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon salt on a large rimmed baking sheet. Spread in an even layer.
- Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet nestled among the broccoli. Brush each fillet generously with the honey-sesame glaze and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 4: Roast for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and broccoli edges are tender and slightly charred.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1 tablespoon sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the top before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon with 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 Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon with 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 Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon with 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 Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon with 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 Honey-Sesame Glazed Salmon with 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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