Description
Baked teriyaki salmon is a delicious, quick, and healthy dish that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe features tender salmon fillets coated in a rich homemade teriyaki sauce. In just 25 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying meal that your family and friends will love. With the option to customize side dishes, this recipe offers versatility while remaining gluten-free and nutritious. Pair it with rice and steamed vegetables for a complete dinner experience that’s both comforting and light.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 4 ounces each)
- 1 batch homemade teriyaki sauce
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups cooked broccoli
- 1/3 cup diced scallions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If using frozen salmon, defrost it in the fridge overnight.
- Prepare your teriyaki sauce using your favorite recipe or opt for store-bought.
- Lightly oil a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Place the salmon fillets in the dish, skin side down, and cover with half of the teriyaki sauce.
- Bake uncovered for about 12-18 minutes, checking doneness after 10 minutes when it should flake easily.
- Optional: Broil for a few minutes to achieve a crispy top.
- Drizzle remaining teriyaki sauce over the salmon before serving and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (113g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg