Sesame Crusted Salmon with Steamed Broccoli

Sesame Crusted Salmon with Steamed Broccoli

Sesame Crusted Salmon with Steamed Broccoli is a delicious and nutritious option, perfect for women over 40 looking to enjoy a balanced meal. This dish combines the rich flavours of sesame and ginger with the lightness of steamed broccoli, providing a satisfying yet healthy dinner.

 Ingredients:

         •       2 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz / 170 g each)

        •       2 tablespoons (30 ml) sesame seeds (white or black, or a mix)

        •       1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

        •       1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets

        •       Salt and pepper to taste

        •       Fresh lemon wedges for serving

        •       Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

 Ginger-Soy Dipping Sauce:

         •       2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce or tamari

        •       1 tablespoon (15 ml) rice vinegar

        •       1 tablespoon (15 ml) freshly grated ginger

        •       1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or agave syrup

        •       1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil

        •       1 garlic clove, minced

        •       1 green onion, thinly sliced

 Instructions:

         1.      Prepare the salmon: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper.

        2.      Coat with sesame seeds: Spread the sesame seeds on a plate. Press the top of each salmon fillet into the seeds to coat evenly.

        3.      Bake the salmon: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, sesame side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the seeds start to turn golden. Flip the fillets and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and crispy on the outside.

        4.      Steam the broccoli: While the salmon is baking, steam the broccoli florets until they are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt.

        5.      Make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Stir in the green onion.

        6.      Serve: Place the baked salmon on plates with the steamed broccoli on the side. Drizzle with the ginger-soy dipping sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve with lemon wedges for a fresh finish.

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 Macros (per serving):

         •       Calories: 450 kcal

        •       Protein: 32 g

        •       Carbohydrates: 15 g

        •       Fats: 28 g

        •       Fibre: 4 g

    Servings:

 •       Serves 2