Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach
Flaky salmon fillets coated in a sweet-savory teriyaki glaze, served over sautéed spinach with toasted sesame seeds for a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 / 170g each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 5 oz (140g), packed fresh spinach
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl. Place salmon skin-side down in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat. Cook for 4 minutes without moving, then flip and cook 3 more minutes until salmon is opaque halfway through.
- Step 2: Pour teriyaki sauce over salmon, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the fish. Remove salmon to a plate.
- Step 3: Add 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil to the same skillet over medium heat, then add spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted and bright green. Stir in 1 tsp sesame seeds. Serve salmon over spinach with extra teriyaki sauce drizzled on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach 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 Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach?
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 Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach 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 Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach 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
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
