Roasted Salmon with Edamame
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 40 minutes total and tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. Salmon is packed with omega 3 fatty acids that are amazing for your heart and brain, plus it's naturally flavorful so you don't need complicated techniques to make it shine. I love roasting it with edamame and a simple Asian inspired sauce made from sesame oil, soy sauce, and fresh ginger. Everything cooks on one sheet pan, which means minimal cleanup, and it honestly feels fancy enough to serve to guests even though it's so easy to pull off.
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Ingredients
- 4salmon fillets(6 oz each, skin-on)
- 473 mlfrozen edamame
- 3 tablespoonssesame oil
- 2 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 tablespoonfresh ginger(grated)
- 2 tablespoonslime juice
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonssesame seeds(toasted)
- 2green onions(sliced)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
Tip: Drying the salmon ensures a crispy skin when pan-seared.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side up and sear for 3-4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
Tip: Don't move the salmon while it sears to achieve a perfect crust.
- 3
While the salmon cooks, toss the edamame in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and a pinch of salt.
Tip: Prepare the edamame mixture while waiting to save time.
- 4
Spread the edamame mixture on a separate baking sheet or around the salmon in the skillet, leaving space for even roasting.
Tip: Spreading ingredients in a single layer ensures even cooking.
- 5
Transfer the skillet with salmon to the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Tip: Do not overcook salmon as it dries out quickly.
- 6
If using a separate baking sheet for edamame, place it in the oven alongside the salmon for the same duration.
Tip: Both items will finish cooking at approximately the same time.
- 7
In a small bowl, whisk together remaining sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of pepper to create a glaze.
Tip: This light glaze adds brightness and depth to the dish.
- 8
Remove both from the oven and drizzle the glaze over the salmon and edamame. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Tip: Fresh garnishes add texture and visual appeal to the finished dish.
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