Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Roasted Broccoli
Oven-roasted salmon fillets brushed with a savory soy-ginger glaze paired with nutty sesame broccoli florets. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (5 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, finely grated fresh ginger 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves to create the glaze.
- Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets (5 oz each) on the baking sheet and brush each generously with half of the soy-ginger glaze.
- Step 4: In a large bowl, toss 4 cups broccoli florets with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well coated.
- Step 5: Arrange the broccoli around the salmon on the same baking sheet.
- Step 6: Roast everything in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the broccoli has crisp-tender edges.
- Step 7: Remove from oven and brush the salmon once more with the remaining soy-ginger glaze before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Roasted 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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.
What goes well with Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Roasted 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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