Sesame Ginger Salmon with Rice (Healthy GLP-1 Lunch)
Enjoy this delicious salmon with a bright ginger flavor and clock in 32 grams of protein. This is easy to prepare and fits into your GLP-1 diet.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 2 6oz salmon filets, skin-on or skinless
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
For the Rice and Vegetables
- 1 cup cooked brown or white rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt to taste
Optional Garnish
- Additional sesame seeds
- Lime wedges
- Sriracha or chili oil
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and honey.
- Marinate the salmon: Pour half the marinade over salmon and let sit 10-15 minutes at room temperature. Reserve the other half.
- Cook the rice: Prepare according to package directions if not already cooked.
- Prepare the broccoli: Steam for 5-7 minutes or roast at 400°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes more.
- Make the glaze: Pour reserved marinade into the pan during the last minute. Let it bubble and spoon over salmon.
- Assemble: Divide rice between bowls, top with salmon and broccoli, drizzle with glaze, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.