One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Green Beans

One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Green Beans is perfect for busy weeknights. Omega-3-rich salmon is marinated in a homemade sauce made with tamari, sesame oil and ginger. Antioxidant-filled green beans are cooked just to tender with a slight smoky char. Everything gets a light coating of hoisin sauce that’s been enhanced with ginger and tamari. A sprinkling of scallions finishes this dish and gives it an elevated feel. Keep reading for our expert tips, including what cut of salmon works best. 

Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too! 

• Whenever you can, go for a center-cut piece of salmon. It’s got a nice, even thickness, which means it’ll cook perfectly all the way through.
• After you cook the salmon, don’t bother wiping the skillet clean. The leftover oil from the salmon adds great flavor to the green beans you’re going to cook next.
• If you’re a fan of mushrooms, try adding some shiitake mushrooms into the skillet while you’re cooking the green beans.
• Hoisin sauce is not considered spicy, even though some brands may contain chiles. If you prefer more heat, you can always add a little Sriracha or chili powder to taste.

Nutrition Notes

• Salmon is packed with protein, and heart- and brain-healthy omega-3 fats. The vitamin B12 in salmon is good for your nervous system. The antioxidant astaxanthin in salmon may protect your skin from UV-ray damage. 
• Green beans bring their own set of antioxidants to this dish, in addition to gut-healthy fiber. The vitamin K in green beans is necessary for healthy blood clotting and strong bones. 
• Garlic is perhaps best known for its connection to healthy cholesterol levels. But it may also help lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels. In addition, it’s got antiviral properties, which may support your immune system.