Asian-Inspired Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients:

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2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)

2 carrots, peeled and chopped

2 zucchinis, sliced

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

3 tablespoons sesame oil

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon sesame seeds

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: chopped green onions for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F.

2. Prepare Vegetables: Place carrots, zucchinis, and cherry tomatoes in a large baking dish. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with soy sauce, ginger, garlic powder, and sesame seeds. Toss to coat.

3. Bake Vegetables: Bake for 25 minutes, then stir and continue baking for another 10 minutes.

4. Prepare Salmon: Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Drizzle with a bit of sesame oil.

5. Bake Salmon: Place salmon on a separate baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the oven for about 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.

6. Glaze Salmon (Optional): While the salmon is baking, prepare a glaze by whisking together 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger. Brush this glaze over the salmon during the last 2 minutes of baking for an extra layer of flavor.

7. Serve: Serve salmon with roasted vegetables and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.

Tips:

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For a more intense flavor, marinate the salmon in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, ginger, and sesame oil for 10-20 minutes before baking.

Consider adding other Asian-inspired vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the dish.

Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

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