Salmon and Bok Choy

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Salmon and Bok Choy
45 min.
4
317kcal

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Indulge in a dish that's not only bursting with flavor but also incredibly healthy: Salmon and Bok Choy! This delightful recipe perfectly balances succulent salmon fillets with the vibrant crunch of bok choy, creating a meal that's as visually appealing as it is nourishing. At just 317 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free choice for lunch or dinner, making it a fantastic option for those watching their calorie intake without sacrificing taste.

What sets this dish apart is its simplicity and quick preparation time—ready in only 45 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend entertaining. The combination of dark sesame oil, fresh ginger, and lower-sodium soy sauce creates a fragrant marinade that complements the natural richness of sustainable salmon. Cooking the bok choy alongside the salmon ensures that each bite is infused with vibrant flavors.

Whether you’re following a gluten-free or dairy-free diet, this recipe ticks all the boxes for a delicious, health-conscious meal. Your taste buds will dance with delight as you enjoy a perfectly broiled fillet topped with fragrant green onions, paired with the tender crunch of bok choy. So gather your ingredients and experience the wholesome goodness of this Salmon and Bok Choy dish—it’s a meal that encourages you to savor healthy eating without compromise!

Ingredients

  • pound baby bok choy 
  • teaspoons sesame oil dark
  • teaspoons ginger fresh grated peeled
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoons soy sauce 
  • 24 ounce salmon fillet 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  3. Coarsely chop bok choy leaves, and arrange on one end of a jelly-roll pan. Coarsely chop bok choy stems and arrange in a single layer on opposite end of jelly-roll pan.
  4. Place salmon, skin side down, in a single layer on top of leafy greens.
  5. Pour half of soy sauce mixture evenly over salmon; pour remaining half evenly over bok choy stems. Broil for 5 minutes; stir stems. Broil an additional 4 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Arrange 1/3 cup bok choy on each of 4 plates. Top each serving with 1 fillet and 1 tablespoon green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories317kcal
Protein46.65%
Fat37.24%
Carbs16.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.07
Glycemic Load
4.64
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.683912722961%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:316.76kcal
15.84%
Fat:12.84g
19.76%
Saturated Fat:1.96g
12.26%
Carbohydrates:12.5g
4.17%
Net Carbohydrates:11.04g
4.02%
Sugar:9.99g
11.1%
Cholesterol:93.55mg
31.18%
Sodium:582.33mg
25.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.19g
72.39%
Vitamin A:5176.57IU
103.53%
Vitamin B12:5.41µg
90.15%
Selenium:62.36µg
89.09%
Vitamin B6:1.42mg
71.24%
Vitamin B3:13.56mg
67.81%
Vitamin C:52.31mg
63.41%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.3%
Phosphorus:364.74mg
36.47%
Vitamin B5:2.89mg
28.85%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
26.3%
Potassium:907.05mg
25.92%
Copper:0.44mg
22.22%
Calcium:154.34mg
15.43%
Magnesium:59.79mg
14.95%
Iron:2.5mg
13.91%
Folate:52.3µg
13.08%
Vitamin K:13.21µg
12.58%
Zinc:1.25mg
8.3%
Fiber:1.46g
5.82%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.12%
Source:My Recipes