For a meal that's well-rounded, savory, and delicious, Healthy Teriyaki Salmon checks all of the boxes. This simple dish comes together in about 15 minutes and uses coconut sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger to achieve the perfect flavor!

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Recipe Name: Healthy Teriyaki Salmon
Ready In: 20 minutes
Serves: 2 servings
Main Ingredients: filets of salmon, Salt + pepper, avocado oil, soy sauce, coconut sugar, garlic, ground ginger, sesame oil
Why You'll Love It: For a meal that's well-rounded, savory, and delicious, Healthy Teriyaki Salmon checks all of the boxes. This simple dish comes together in about 15 minutes and uses coconut sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger to achieve the perfect flavor!

Enjoy easy teriyaki salmon

Though I run a recipe blog, I love a quick, simple dish just as much as the next gal! So when I discovered that cooking salmon is very easy and equally fast, I was delighted. A healthy protein-rich meal that's ready in under 15 minutes? I'm sold.

With a rich, slightly tangy, teriyaki sauce, this healthy teriyaki salmon is a must for this week's menu. The salmon easily sears in a pan while the sauce ingredients (think coconut sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic) thicken in a separate pot. Then, pour the sauce over the salmon, and you're ready to go!

I love to pair it with rice and broccoli for a meal that's arguably as good as my favorite takeout joint. So go ahead, and give this teriyaki salmon recipe a try! I can promise that you'll love it.

Ingredients in this healthy teriyaki salmon recipe

This recipe begins with a simple salt and pepper seasoning, followed by everything you need to make a delectable teriyaki sauce.

Salmon: The sauce in this dish is the perfect amount for enjoying with 2 filets.
Salt & pepper: For seasoning the salmon, we'll use a simple blend of salt and pepper. Add whatever feels right.
Avocado oil: We will use 2 tablespoon of avocado oil when cooking the salmon.
Soy sauce: First up for the teriyaki sauce is 2 tablespoon of soy sauce.
Coconut sugar: To get that sweet flavor that teriyaki always has, include 2 tablespoon of coconut sugar!
Garlic: For flavor, use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. You can use a little extra if garlic is your thing.
Ground ginger: Ginger in the amount of 1 teaspoon will help to round out the flavor.
Sesame oil: Throw in ½ teaspoon of sesame oil for taste.
Arrowroot powder: Use 1 teaspoon of arrowroot powder to help thicken up the sauce.
Water: Finally, ½ cup of water will allow the sauce to reach the correct consistency.

What you'll need to create this recipe

The great thing about cooking salmon is that it's a low maintenance dish that won't cause a huge mess in your kitchen! You'll only need a sauce pan and a smaller sauce pot, in addition to a few paper towels (for patting it down).

For measuring, you'll need ½ tsp, 1 tsp, 1 tbsp, and ½ cup.

How to make healthy teriyaki salmon

Who knew cooking salmon could be so easy? I don't make it often, but when I do I'm always shocked at how simple it is. This recipe will only take about 15 minutes total.

To begin, pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and season it with salt and pepper.

Next, heat a saucepan over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoon of avocado oil.

Place salmon in the pan skin side up and cook for 5 minutes.

Flip, cover with the lid, and cook for 5 more minutes.

Meanwhile, heat a small sauce pot over medium-high heat and add the soy sauce, coconut sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, arrowroot powder, and water.

Bring to a rapid boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce thicken. Once thickened, turn off the heat.

Finally, pour the sauce on top of the salmon and serve!

Recipe Tips

New to cooking salmon? Here are some tips that should help.

It cooks fast. Keep an eye on it, especially after you've flipped it!
The internal temperature should reach at least 145F.
Searing (as opposed to baking) is how you get crispy skin.
Store leftover salmon in the refrigerator and eat within 2-3 days at the latest.

What to serve with this dish

I mentioned above that I recommend serving this salmon with rice and broccoli. If you're looking for actual recipes, consider serving it alongside Garlic Green Beans, Maple Brussels Sprouts, or this Zucchini Caprese Salad!

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Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa

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