Description
This Sesame Salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets marinated in a savory-sweet sesame soy glaze, then oven-baked to perfection. It’s an easy, flavorful, and healthy dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, plus more for garnish
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and grated garlic.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 30 minutes).
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with additional sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
Notes
- Don’t over-marinate the salmon, as the acidity can start to break down the texture.
- Use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Line your baking sheet to make cleanup easier.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
