Steamed Salmon with Snow Peas
Delight in the simplicity and elegance of Steamed Salmon with Snow Peas, a healthy and flavorful dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is visually stunning. This recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets paired with crisp, vibrant snow peas, all infused with the aromatic blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic. Steaming locks in moisture while preserving the nutrient-packed goodness of the ingredients, making it a perfect choice for a wholesome weeknight dinner or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Finished with a garnish of sliced green onions and a hint of lemon, this low-carb, protein-rich dish is ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish. Serve it alongside steamed jasmine rice or enjoy it on its own for a light yet satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 200 grams snow peas
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 stalks (sliced) green onions
- 1 sliced (optional for garnish) lemon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups water
Instructions
Prepare the salmon fillets by patting them dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper, and set aside.
Rinse the snow peas under cold water and trim the ends as needed. Set them aside for steaming.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
In a large steaming pot or wok, add 2 cups of water and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Place a steaming basket or rack inside.
Line the steaming basket with parchment paper or a layer of snow peas to prevent sticking. Arrange the salmon fillets in the basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Scatter the remaining snow peas around the salmon fillets for even cooking.
Drizzle half of the prepared sauce evenly over the salmon and snow peas.
Cover the pot with a lid and steam for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Carefully remove the steaming basket from the pot. Transfer the salmon and snow peas to serving plates.
Drizzle the remaining sauce over the dish and garnish with sliced green onions and lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.6 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3336 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 115.3 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 799 mg | 17% | |
*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.
