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A close-up of a bowl filled with white rice topped with glistening salmon stir fry and colorful vegetables.

Healthy Salmon Stir Fry with Vegetables

This salmon stir fry with vegetables is a fast and colorful meal that brings together tender flakes of salmon with crisp sautéed vegetables in a savory sauce. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something wholesome, balanced, and full of flavor. It delivers high quality protein along with a variety of fresh vegetables for a satisfying and nourishing dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 4 salmon fillets about 4 to 5 ounces each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Stir Fry
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1 cup carrots sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 green onions sliced

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Pat salmon dry and cut into large bite size pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add salmon pieces and cook for 3 to 4 minutes turning gently until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan add broccoli, bell pepper, snap peas, and carrots. Stir fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender crisp.
  4. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water.
  6. Return salmon to the pan and pour sauce over everything. Stir gently and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  7. Serve over warm rice and top with sliced green onions.

Notes

Cut vegetables into similar sizes to ensure even cooking and keep the texture crisp.