Soy-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies

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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 salmon fillets, broccoli, 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Step 7: Garnish with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve immediately with extra sauce drizzled on the side.

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?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

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.

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