Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach

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Pan-fried salmon fillets glazed with a savory soy-ginger sauce, served alongside tender spinach tossed with toasted sesame seeds for a nutritious meal. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip the salmon and cook for another 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
  5. Step 5: Pour the sauce over the salmon in the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 2 minutes while spooning the glaze over the fillets until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the salmon.
  6. Step 6: Remove salmon and keep warm. In the same pan, add 5 cups fresh spinach leaves and sauté for 2 minutes until wilted.
  7. Step 7: Transfer spinach to plates, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve salmon on top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach 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 Spinach?

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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach?

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 Spinach for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach 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.

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