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Honey-Soy-Glazed Salmon With Veggies And Oranges

This recipe creates a vibrant, flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and savory honey-soy mixture. Accompanied by perfectly roasted asparagus and green beans, and brightened with fresh orange slices, it's a quick, healthy, and elegant meal. The balance of sweet, savory, and citrus makes for a delicious weeknight dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
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Total Time 25 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine nordic
Servings 4 people
Calories 1988 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Parchment Paper
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For tossing vegetables
  • 1 Whisk For preparing the glaze
  • 1 Chef's Knife and Cutting Board For prepping vegetables and orange

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 4 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned rice wine vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
  • 1 pound fresh medium asparagus
  • 8 ounces fresh green beans trimmed
  • 1 small orange cut into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 5- to 6-oz. fresh salmon fillets
  • Garnish: toasted sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, rice wine vinegar, and crushed red pepper to form the glaze.
  • In a large bowl, toss asparagus and green beans with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  • Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
  • Place the salmon fillets on the other side of the baking sheet, leaving space between them. Arrange orange slices around the vegetables and salmon.
  • Brush about half of the prepared honey-soy glaze evenly over the salmon fillets.
  • Roast for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily, and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Remove from oven. Drizzle the remaining glaze over the salmon and vegetables.
  • Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately with the roasted orange slices.

Notes

For optimal flavor and texture, pat the salmon fillets thoroughly dry before seasoning and glazing; this promotes a better sear and crispier skin if left on. When roasting the vegetables, ensure they are in a single layer to allow for proper caramelization rather than steaming. The fresh orange slices are essential for cutting through the richness of the salmon and the sweetness of the glaze, adding a bright, acidic counterpoint. Consider adding a small amount of grated fresh ginger or garlic to the glaze for an extra layer of aromatic complexity. To prevent overcooking, monitor the salmon closely; it should flake easily and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).