Description
This Baked Asian Salmon with Veggies is a flavorful and healthy dish combining tender salmon fillets with vibrant broccoli and bell peppers, all coated in a savory soy-ginger sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it’s oven-baked to perfection, bringing out an irresistible umami taste complemented with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Vegetables
- 1 pound Skin-On Salmon Fillet
- 2 cups Broccoli Florets
- 4 Bell Peppers
Asian Sauce and Garnish
- 4 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
- 1/2 Lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Salmon: Pat the skin-on salmon fillet dry thoroughly with a paper towel to help the sauce adhere and ensure even cooking.
- Make Sauce & Coat Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and juice from half a lime. Use a pastry brush to evenly coat the salmon, broccoli florets, and bell peppers with this vibrant sauce.
- Bake: Place the coated salmon and veggies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and transfer to serving plates. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the salmon and vegetables. Garnish generously with chopped fresh cilantro and sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute bell peppers with other colorful vegetables like snap peas or snow peas for variation.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.
- If you prefer a crisper skin, broil the salmon for the last 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
- Make sure the salmon is fresh for the best flavor and texture.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: baked salmon, Asian salmon recipe, healthy salmon dinner, soy ginger salmon, salmon with veggies, quick salmon bake
