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20 Minute Soy Glazed Salmon with Avocado + Cucumber

Published: Mar 22, 2019 · Modified: Feb 18, 2021 by Coley · This post may contain affiliate links.

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This easy recipe for Soy Glazed Salmon with Avocado + Cucumber is a delicious and healthy recipe that can be on the table in 20 minutes! This post has been sponsored by Pacific Rim Riesling Wine. As always, opinions are 100% my own. 

Say hello to your new favorite quick, easy and healthy dinner.

Happy Spring! I'm both elated and shocked that the 2019 winter season is already over. I'm looking forward to things being lighter. Lighter evenings, lighter clothing, lighter colors, lighter thoughts, lighter meals.

You guys asked me for more quick, easy and healthy dinner recipes this year, so that's what I'm delivering! This soy glazed salmon with avocado and cucumber takes only 20 minutes to make, is outrageously delicious and packed with protein, healthy fats, vitamins and fiber. It's exactly the kind of food that I'm craving now that the days are longer and the weather's a bit milder.

If you're interested in purchasing wild salmon online, I cannot recommend Wild For Salmon highly enough. They're a small, family owned business that's committed to quality. Use promo code Coley20 to receive 20% off your orders!! (affiliate link)

Four soy-glazed salmon filets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.A dinner plate filled with a glazed salmon filet topped with avocado salad.

I love this recipe because it checks off all the boxes: It's fast, it's healthy, it's flavorful, it has lots of varied textures, it can be easily scaled up or down, and it's perfect for both weeknight dinners and entertaining alike. This soy glazed salmon with avocado and cucumber really has it all.

The salmon (I prefer wild) is lacquered with a sweet soy glaze that's flavored with a little bit of mustard and garlic. It's made with maple syrup, so it's refined sugar free and gives such an amazing flavor to the fish. I use Tamari as my soy sauce of choice since it's gluten free, but it will work with any kind you have. It can even work with coconut aminos if you want to make it Paleo or soy free.

The salmon gets baked on a sheet pan, so not only does that mean there's minimal clean-up, you can save time by preparing the avocado cucumber topping while it cooks.

Using a pastry brush to add soy glaze to a salmon fillet.Salmon and avocado salad on a dinner plate, next to a spatula on a baking sheet.

Creamy avocados get tossed with cool, crisp cucumbers, thinly sliced scallions, sesame seeds, sesame oil and lime. Is it a relish? Is it a salsa?  A salad? Compote? Sheesh. Let's just call it a topping and leave it at that. It's a delicious mix of textures and flavors that makes the salmon really come alive. That's all that matters.

What also matters is that this soy glazed salmon with avocado + cucumber pairs beautifully with a nice, dry Riesling wine. I'm not too keen on sweet wines, but I've been super into Rieslings ever since I discovered that they're not all sweet. There are many dry and even off-dry Riesling wines available that are bright, crisp and refreshing, which is exactly what I want in a white wine.

Close up of a dinner plate and fork with a soy-glazed salmon fillet and diced avocado.Close up of a bottle of dry riesling.

Pacific Rim Winery is located in Washington's Columbia Valley, where they have the ideal soils and climate for growing Riesling. Their dry Riesling is citrusy and floral with nice minerality, making it a lovely match for the salty-sweet salmon and creamy avocado.

This easy salmon recipe is absolutely going to become a new staple in your kitchen!

As I mentioned earlier, I recommend Wild For Salmon for purchasing top quality wild Alaskan salmon and other seafood online. Use promo code Coley20 to receive 20% off your orders!! (affiliate link)

If you make this recipe, please give it a rating and/or leave a comment! Ratings and comments are extremely helpful for me, so I would appreciate it very much. Thank you!

Closeup of a dinner plate filled with rice that is topped with a glazed salmon fillet and avocado cucumber salad.

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Dinner plate and a fork with a soy-glazed salmon filet topped with avocado cucumber salad.

20 Minute Soy Glazed Salmon with Avocado + Cucumber

★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
  • Author: Nicole Gaffney (ColeyCooks.com)
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: salmon
  • Method: baked
  • Cuisine: Asian
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This easy recipe for Soy Glazed Salmon with Avocado + Cucumber is a delicious and healthy recipe that can be on the table in 20 minutes! It's high in protein, gluten free and packed with sweet and salty flavor. Pair it with a dry Riesling wine!

For excellent quality wild salmon, visit WildForSalmon.com and use promo code COLEY20 to receive 20% off your order! 


Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce (I used Tamari since it's gluten free)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons neutral oil (I prefer grape seed)
  • 4 medium salmon fillets (I prefer wild salmon), skin-on or off
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small-medium English cucumber, diced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (any color)
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1 large ripe, but firm avocado, diced
  • rice, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a small saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, garlic, maple syrup and Dijon mustard. Cook over medium heat until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. It should be thick and syrupy. 
  3. Rub the salmon all over with the oil, then season with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the salmon fillets skin-side-down on the parchment lined sheet pan, then brush lightly with the soy glaze.
  4. Bake the salmon for 5 minutes, brush with more glaze, then continue cooking until they're to your liking. I prefer my salmon just slightly undercooked in the center, so it only takes about 3-4 more minutes. The overall time will also depend on the thickness of your fillets. 
  5. While the salmon cooks, prepare the topping. In a medium bowl, add the cucumber, sesame oil, lime juice, sesame seeds, scallions and a generous pinch of salt. Mix well, then add the avocado and gently toss until just combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. When the salmon is finished, brush it with any remaining glaze, then serve with the avocado cucumber topping and your favorite rice if desired. 

Keywords: easy, asian, salmon, avocado, cucumber, soy, glaze, maple, dijon, quick

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  1. Marci

    September 27, 2019 at 7:46 am

    I just placed an order for salmon. Thanks for the discount code!

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    • Coley

      October 01, 2019 at 10:49 am

      Awesome. Hope you love it, Marci! 😀

      Reply
  2. Rose Martine

    January 13, 2020 at 1:42 am

    I so enjoy your site and your recipes. Would you please consider adding a print option so we can enjoy your recipes a little more easily. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Coley

      January 13, 2020 at 9:09 am

      there is a print option on the recipe card!

      Reply
  3. Bethany LePera

    February 19, 2020 at 10:32 am

    Made this dish for the first time last night and it will definitely be on my weekly rotation! Super easy to make & soooooo delicious & fresh!

    ★★★★★

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    • Coley

      February 19, 2020 at 11:08 am

      Thanks Beth!!! SO glad you loved it!

      Reply
  4. Jennifer

    May 21, 2020 at 12:28 pm

    Thanks for sharing this recipe, it looks great! What are your thoughts about range hoods? I'm trying to decide if I should get one.
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