Imagine a dinner that's not only incredibly tasty but also ready in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup! This Sheet Pan Salmon Bok Choy recipe is your ticket to a restaurant-quality meal that will impress your family and friends while keeping your health goals on track. With just a few simple ingredients and one pan, you'll create a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines the rich, omega-3 packed salmon with the crisp, green goodness of bok choy - all infused with a mouthwatering soy and sesame glaze that will make your taste buds dance!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Healthy
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 heads bok choy, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides of each fillet with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and soy sauce until well combined. This will be your marinade for the salmon and bok choy.
- Place the halved bok choy on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up. Drizzle half of the olive oil and soy sauce mixture over the bok choy, tossing gently to coat.
- Arrange the seasoned salmon fillets on the baking sheet alongside the bok choy. Drizzle the remaining olive oil and soy sauce mixture over the salmon fillets.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the salmon and bok choy for added flavor and crunch.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The bok choy should be tender yet still vibrant in color.
- Once cooked, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the salmon and bok choy rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Serve the salmon fillets with the roasted bok choy on the side. Optionally, garnish with additional sesame seeds or a drizzle of soy sauce if desired.
- Enjoy your healthy and delicious sheet pan salmon bok choy meal!
Tips
- Pat your salmon fillets completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect sear and prevent steaming.
- Use fresh, high-quality salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - give your ingredients some space to ensure even roasting.
- Check salmon doneness by its ability to flake easily with a fork - it should be opaque and slightly translucent in the center.
- For extra flavor, try adding minced garlic or ginger to your olive oil and soy sauce marinade.
- If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the salmon before baking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for food safety.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 146kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 18mg
