Soy-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Snap Peas
Pan-seared salmon with a sweet-tangy soy-ginger glaze, served with crisp snap peas and fluffy rice. This asian-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 27 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp, minced fresh ginger
- 1, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups, trimmed snap peas
- 1 cup, cooked white rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp minced ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl until combined.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat salmon dry, then sear 4 minutes per side until golden. Remove salmon and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups snap peas to the skillet. Sauté for 4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
- Step 4: Return salmon to skillet, spooning glaze over top. Cook for 1 minute more until sauce thickens and coats the salmon. Serve immediately over 1 cup cooked rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Snap Peas take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 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 Ginger and Snap Peas?
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-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Snap Peas?
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 Ginger and Snap Peas 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.
Is Soy-Glazed Salmon with Ginger and Snap Peas 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
