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Grilled Salmon with Spring onions and Sesame

Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 16 Jan 2026

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This grilled salmon with spring onions and sesame is a vibrant, heart-healthy dish that perfectly balances salty, sweet, and zesty notes. The marinade of fresh lime juice, soy sauce, and honey creates a beautiful glaze that caramelises under the grill, while the sliced garlic and sesame seeds add a delicate crunch. By grilling the fish directly on a bed of spring onions, you infuse the fillets with a mellow, smoky flavour while keeping the flesh succulent and tender.

Ideal for a nutritious mid-week meal, this high-protein recipe is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and fresh ingredients. The addition of sliced Fresno chilli provides a gentle heat that cuts through the richness of the fish. Serve it alongside steamed jasmine rice or a crisp green salad for a light yet satisfying dinner that feels truly special.

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Ingredients for Grilled Salmon with Spring onions and Sesame

  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

  • 45ml fresh lime juice

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

  • 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, plus more for serving

  • 3 (230g) skin-on centre-cut salmon fillets

  • Kosher salt

  • 1 bunch spring onions

  • 1 Fresno chilli, thinly sliced

How to make Grilled Salmon with Spring onions and Sesame

Whisk garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, 1 tablespoon oil, and 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds in a small bowl. Season salmon fillets with salt and place in a resealable plastic bag; add half of marinade. Seal bag, pressing out air, and let salmon sit 30 minutes. Reserve remaining marinade.

Preheat grill. Toss spring onions with remaining 2 teaspoons oil on sizzle platter; grill until lightly charred, about 3 minutes. Remove salmon from marinade and set on top of spring onions. Spoon some reserved marinade over and grill until salmon is charred around edges, about 6 minutes (watch closely to keep from burning). Spoon more marinade over; top with chilli. Grill until salmon is charred and medium-rare at thickest part, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with more sesame seeds.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
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