This recipe combines tender, flaky salmon marinated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce with crisp and vibrant stir-fry vegetables. The perfect balance of flavors and textures makes this dish a healthy and satisfying meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1/2 cup snap peas
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to make the marinade.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated salmon fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the bell peppers, broccoli, carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Season the stir-fry vegetables with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the honey garlic salmon on a bed of stir-fry vegetables. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
Stir-frying vegetables helps retain their nutrients and vibrant colors.
Honey garlic sauce adds a sweet and savory flavor to the salmon.