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Easy Flavor-Packed Teriyaki Salmon Recipe with Veggies for Quick Healthy Meals

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A quick and healthy teriyaki salmon recipe with fresh vegetables, featuring a homemade teriyaki glaze that balances sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights and packed with omega-3 rich salmon and nutrient-dense veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on or skinless
  • Salt and pepper, to season
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil (for searing)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Set aside.
  2. Wash and slice bell pepper, broccoli florets, carrot, and zucchini. Toss lightly with 1 tablespoon sesame oil (if using) and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) and cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them until skin is crispy and edges browned.
  5. Carefully flip the salmon and move it to one side of the pan. Add the prepared vegetables to the other side, spreading them out evenly.
  6. Pour the teriyaki glaze over the salmon and veggies. Let everything simmer gently for 4-6 minutes, stirring the veggies occasionally to coat them in the sauce. The cornstarch slurry will thicken the glaze.
  7. Check for doneness: salmon should flake easily with a fork but remain moist; veggies should be tender-crisp.
  8. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish.
  9. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before seasoning to ensure proper searing. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking vegetables to maintain texture. Stir glaze occasionally and watch heat to prevent burning. The glaze thickens about 2-3 minutes after adding cornstarch slurry. Use a thin spatula to flip salmon gently to keep fillets intact.

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