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Honey Garlic Salmon with Brown Rice & Green Beans

Indulge in a wholesome and flavorful meal with our Honey Garlic Salmon with Brown Rice & Green Beans. This dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, but it’s also packed with nutritious ingredients that make it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. The sweet and savory honey garlic glaze beautifully complements the tender salmon, while the brown rice offers hearty whole grains and the green beans add a fresh crunch. This balanced plate is sure to become a family favorite!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 1

Ingredients

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  • 1 salmon fillet (5–6 oz)
  • 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. To prepare the glaze, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and optional Dijon mustard in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. In the last minute of cooking, pour the glaze over the salmon and let it caramelize.
  3. In another pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté trimmed green beans for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Serve the honey garlic salmon alongside brown rice and green beans, drizzling any extra glaze over for added flavor.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider garnishing with fresh herbs or sesame seeds. Substitute salmon with other firm fish like trout or chicken breast for variation.