Honey and Sesame-Glazed Salmon with Confetti Barley Salad
Honey and Sesame-Glazed Salmon with Confetti Barley Salad is a dairy free and pescatarian main course. One portion of this dish contains around 31g of protein, 11g of fat, and a total of 449 calories. This recipe covers 33% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 4. Head to the store and pick up stir-fry vegetables, sesame seeds, pearled barley, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 40 minutes.
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add barley, return to a boil, and boil until tender, 30 minutes.
Add vegetable medley during last 3 minute of cooking.
Drain, cool slightly, toss with 2 teaspoons sesame seeds and reserve.
Combine honey, soy sauce, sesame oil and chili flakes. Reserve 4 tablespoons of mixture.
Place salmon on a baking sheet, and brush with honey-soy mixture.
Bake until salmon is flaky, 15 minutes.
Place reserved sauce in a small saucepan over low heat and keep warm.
Divide barley mixture among 4 plates, top with a salmon fillet and 1 tablespoon warmed sauce, and sprinkle with scallions and remaining sesame seeds.