Soy-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies
Pan-seared salmon with a glossy soy-mirin glaze, served atop a bed of crisp-tender broccoli and snap peas. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (5 oz each) salmon fillets, chopped florets broccoli, trimmed snap peas 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1.5 cups chopped florets broccoli
- 1 cup trimmed snap peas
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
- Step 3: Flip salmon and cook for 3-4 minutes more until just opaque in the center. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add 1.5 cups chopped broccoli and 1 cup trimmed snap peas. Sauté for 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger in a small bowl.
- Step 6: Pour sauce over vegetables and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Add salmon back to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top.
- Step 7: Garnish with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve immediately with extra sauce drizzled on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies 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 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-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-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies 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 Veggies 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
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order asian delivery again.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
