Keep it tender
Cook seafood only until it turns opaque and flakes easily; a little residual heat will finish it without drying it out.
← Back to recipesJump to recipe ↓
Zesty Salmon Teriyaki with Green Bean & Sweetcorn Rice
A delightful and healthy meal featuring tender salmon fillets marinated in a savory teriyaki sauce, served alongside a vibrant rice medley with green beans and sweetcorn. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Total time95 min
Calories507 kcal
Protein44g
Serves2
Step by step
Method
- 01
Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix all the sauce ingredients together. Season with salt and pepper.
- 02
Marinate Salmon: Remove skin from salmon fillets, rinse, and pat dry. Marinate in the prepared sauce for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- 03
Cook Rice and Veggies: Cook brown rice according to package instructions. Four minutes before the rice is cooked, add the green beans. Next, add the sweetcorn and mix well. Drain any excess water.
- 04
Bake Salmon: Preheat oven to 200°C (or use an air fryer). Place the marinated salmon fillets in an oven-safe dish, reserving the remaining marinade. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Three minutes before the end of baking, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- 05
Thicken Sauce: Transfer the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and heat until it thickens. Stir in the sesame oil and remove from heat.
- 06
Serve: Divide the rice and salmon between plates, then drizzle with the thickened teriyaki sauce.
Useful, not complicated
Gabriela's tips
Small changes that make this recipe easier to fit into real life.
Make the grain ahead
Cook the rice, quinoa or couscous in advance and chill it promptly to make assembly faster on a busy day.
Make it your own
Use the vegetables you already have and keep the same cooking method; this recipe is flexible enough for practical substitutions.
Useful tools
Gabriela's kitchen picks
Products selected because they make this recipe easier to prepare.
Some links in this section are affiliate links. If you buy through them, DMT Nutrition may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Amazon
Cast Iron Pan Set
Three useful sizes for everything from eggs and pancakes to roasting, searing and one-pan meals, with hob-to-oven versatility.
Shop on AmazonAmazon
Silicone Utensils Set
Practical, easy-clean utensils for cooking, stirring, flipping and serving while staying gentle on cookware.
Shop on AmazonHealf
Nuzest Clean Lean Protein — Vanilla
A smooth vanilla protein made from European golden peas and containing all nine essential amino acids.
Buy on HealfAmazon
Bamboo Chopping Board Set
Everyday wooden boards for chopping and food preparation that also work beautifully for serving bread, cheese and snacks.
Shop on AmazonAmazon
Glass Meal Prep Containers
My go-to containers for meal preparation, leftovers and keeping the fridge organised. Sturdy, practical and easy to clean.
Shop on Amazon
The paid recipe collection
More recipes for the weeks when you're short on time
50 satisfying, high-protein recipes plus practical meal-preparation guidance for busy weeks.
Explore the recipe book
Keep cooking
