Soy-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans
Pan-seared salmon with a sticky soy-ginger glaze, accompanied by crisp-tender green beans tossed in toasted sesame oil. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) 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 340 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 rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tsp (grated) ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 lb (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces) green beans
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 (sliced into wedges) lime
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger in a small bowl.
- Step 2: Brush half of the soy-ginger glaze over salmon fillets. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb trimmed green beans and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender with slight char marks.
- Step 4: Remove salmon from oven and brush with remaining glaze. Sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately with green beans and lime wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Green Beans?
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 Sesame Green Beans?
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 Sesame Green Beans 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 Sesame Green Beans 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
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