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Honey Garlic Salmon Plate

A delightful quick meal combining savory garlic and sweet honey over perfectly cooked salmon, served with rice and tender vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces salmon fillets Fresh, bright color
  • 2 cups cooked white rice Can use pre-cooked rice for time-saving
  • 1 bunch asparagus Look for firm stalks
  • 1 cup broccoli florets Vibrant green for best flavor
  • 2 tbsp butter Can substitute with olive oil for a lighter version
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp honey Consider using locally-sourced honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce Coconut aminos can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste Use sparingly due to salted soy sauce
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
  • 1 piece Lemon wedges for serving Adds freshness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  3. Melt the butter in the skillet, then add minced garlic, honey, and soy sauce, stirring until glossy.
Cooking
  1. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, cooking them for 4–5 minutes on each side, spooning the sauce over the top.
  2. Roast the asparagus and broccoli in the oven until tender and slightly crispy.
Serving
  1. Place the salmon over a mound of fluffy rice, arrange the asparagus and broccoli alongside, and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. For meal prep, pack components separately and combine fresh.