Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a sticky-sweet soy-ginger glaze, served with caramelized broccoli and carrots. This asian-inspired asian (gluten-free, high-protein) ready in about 22 minutes pairs salmon fillets, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 12 oz salmon fillets dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt. Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crispy.
- Step 2: Flip salmon, add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced carrots to the skillet, and cook for 3 minutes. Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Pour the sauce over the salmon and vegetables, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 6-7 minutes until salmon reaches 145°F and sauce thickens slightly, spooning sauce over salmon occasionally.
- Step 4: Transfer salmon to a plate, arrange vegetables around it, and sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately with any remaining sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Veggies?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies?
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 Veggies 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 Veggies gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
