Soy-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Rice Noodles
Pan-seared salmon with a savory-sweet soy glaze, served atop fresh asparagus and rice noodles for a balanced weeknight meal. This asian-inspired one pot (gluten-free, dairy-free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs salmon fillets, asparagus, rice noodles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 1, 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
- 6 oz salmon fillets
- 8 oz asparagus
- 2 oz rice noodles
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 2 oz rice noodles in boiling water for 3 minutes, then rinse under cold water and set aside.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl to make the glaze.
- Step 3: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 oz salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until golden. Flip and brush with half the glaze; cook 2 more minutes until salmon flakes easily.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, trim woody ends from 8 oz asparagus, then steam for 4 minutes until crisp-tender. Toss asparagus with cooked rice noodles and remaining glaze. Serve salmon atop the noodle mixture, garnished with 2 tbsp sliced green onions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Rice Noodles 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-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Rice Noodles?
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-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Rice Noodles?
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-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Rice Noodles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Rice Noodles gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, dairy-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This was a hit at dinner tonight! The salmon was perfectly glazed and the asparagus crisp.
- ★★★★☆
Quick and delicious. My family loved the soy glaze on the salmon.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, but the sauce was slightly bland. I added a pinch of sugar next time.
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