Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Steamed Broccoli
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Steamed Broccoli is a delightful and healthy dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, perfectly paired with vibrant steamed broccoli. This quick recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a nutritious meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing and steaming
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (about 150g each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lemon juice or rice vinegar
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Optional: pinch of red chili flakes
- Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder or a squeeze of lemon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice; set aside.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour the glaze over the salmon during the last 2 minutes of cooking, allowing it to thicken.
- Steam broccoli florets in a steamer or microwave until tender-crisp (4-5 minutes).
- Serve the glazed salmon alongside steamed broccoli, drizzling any remaining glaze on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (150g) with 1 cup steamed broccoli
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg