Description
Baked Teriyaki Salmon is a delightful dish that combines the rich, savory flavors of homemade teriyaki sauce with tender, flaky salmon fillets. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare a nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at special occasions. The vibrant orange juice and honey bring a touch of sweetness, while the garlic and ginger create a depth of flavor that makes every bite memorable. Serve this easy salmon recipe over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete, healthy dinner that’s sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 2–3 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste)
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- ½ tablespoon gluten-free flour
- 1 green onion (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, orange juice, water, honey, garlic, ginger, chili flakes, lemon juice, and gluten-free flour.
- Spray a baking dish with non-stick spray and place salmon fillets inside.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is flaky and cooked through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For more intense flavor, marinate the salmon in the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before baking. Feel free to substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.