Sesame Soy Salmon with Asparagus
Sesame soy salmon with asparagus is just 6 ingredients and ready in 25 minutes for an easy, healthy, delicious seafood dinner with big umami flavor.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 bunch asparagus, cut in 1-inch pieces (see notes)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 (5-6 oz) salmon filets
- Salt and pepper
- 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish
For serving (optional):
- Steamed white or brown rice
- Garnishes: Red pepper flakes, sliced green onions, chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Heat ½ tablespoon of the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus (if medium to thick, see notes below) and the red pepper strips.
- Sauté for 7-8 minutes, until almost tender. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Season the veggies lightly with salt and pepper and remove from the pan to a bowl.
- Add the remaining ½ tablespoon of oil to the pan. Season the top of the salmon lightly with salt and black pepper. Place seasoned side down in the pan and sear for 4 minutes. Flip the salmon filets over and cook for another 4 minutes, or until almost cooked through to desired doneness.
- Return the veggies to the pan with the salmon.
- Add the soy sauce to the pan and then the sesame oil. Stir to mix through then serve immediately, with sesame seeds sprinkled on top and any other desired garnishes.
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Notes
Asparagus: If you have the pencil thin asparagus, wait to add it to the skillet. Sauté the red pepper strips for 2-3 minutes alone and then add the asparagus to the pan. If your asparagus is medium to thick, add it from the beginning to sauté the whole time.
Leftovers: And as with most seafood, this really is best enjoyed immediately. However, you can store any leftover salmon, veggies and sauce in a covered container in the fridge for up to 1-2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 508mg | Potassium: 952mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1030IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
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