Description
Baked Teriyaki Salmon is a quick and healthy weeknight meal that brings restaurant-quality flavors to your dining table without the fuss. This dish features tender salmon fillets glazed in a homemade teriyaki sauce, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory. Perfect for busy evenings or special occasions, this recipe can be paired with steamed rice and vegetables for a wholesome experience. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 4 ounces each)
- 1 batch homemade teriyaki sauce (or store-bought)
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups cooked broccoli
- 1/3 cup diced scallion
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Lightly oil a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish. Brush half of the teriyaki sauce over the salmon.
- If desired, marinate for up to 20 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Bake uncovered for 12-18 minutes, checking for doneness around the 10-minute mark.
- Optional: Broil for an additional couple of minutes for crispy tops.
- Serve topped with remaining teriyaki sauce and garnished with sesame seeds and scallions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg