Fragrant Salmon and Sesame Corn Salad
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Fragrant Salmon and Sesame Corn Salad—a vibrant, wholesome dish bursting with flavor and texture. Tender, baked salmon fillets are infused with an irresistible soy, honey, garlic, and ginger marinade that strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Paired with a refreshing sesame corn salad featuring caramelized corn, fresh cilantro, a zesty splash of lime juice, and the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds, this recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this stunning entrée brings together bold Asian-inspired flavors with a summery twist, making it an ideal choice for easy yet impressive meals. Perfectly plated and packed with nutritious ingredients, this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 cups (fresh or frozen, thawed) sweet corn kernels
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.25 cups (chopped) cilantro
- 2 tablespoons (toasted) sesame seeds
- 2 sliced scallions
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ground ginger until well combined.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and brush the marinade evenly over each piece. Let the salmon marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature while the oven preheats.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the sesame corn salad. Heat the sesame oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 3-4 minutes until warm and slightly caramelized.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the corn to a large mixing bowl. Add lime juice, chopped cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, sliced scallions, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Once the salmon is done, carefully remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
To serve, divide the sesame corn salad among plates and top each portion with a salmon fillet. Garnish with additional cilantro or sesame seeds if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Fragrant Salmon and Sesame Corn Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 614 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 362 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
