15 minute meal: Honey-soy salmon with bulgur & edamame

January 26, 2026

It’s Cherrelle here! If you’re anything like me, weekday dinners need to be quick, healthy, and kid-friendly - especially on busy school nights. Between after-school clubs, homework, and winding down for the bath-and-bed routine, time to cook is often limited, but I still love making wholesome and simple meals from scratch.

That’s why this easy honey and soy salmon recipe is one of my go-to quick weeknight dinners this January. I made it this week as a post-gymnastics meal for my six-year-old son, Louie, and it was a hit. It’s full of flavour, packs a nutrition punch, and made with just five ingredients. Even better, it’s a 15-minute dinner with minimal washing up - perfect for busy weeknights when you need a fast meal, but don't want to compromise on nutrition.

The recipe below is perfect for whipping up one child portion quickly, but just double or triple the ingredients to serve up for the whole family!

Ingredients needed to make this quick after-school dinner (1 child-sized serving):

1 salmon fillet
1 tsp honey
1 tsp low-salt soy sauce
60g bulgur wheat
Small handful of edamame (fresh or frozen)

How to make kid-friendly honey and soy salmon with bulgur & edamame...

Cook the salmon

Drizzle the salmon with honey and low-salt soy sauce.
Air-fry at 180°C for 15 minutes, until just cooked and flaky.

Cook the bulgur

Put the bulgur in a small pan and cover with boiling water.
Simmer gently on low heat for 10–15 minutes, until tender and the water is absorbed.

Add the edamame

Add the edamame to the bulgur for the last 5 minutes to warm through.

Flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces and serve over the bulgur and edamame.

💡Tip! If your child prefers milder flavours, you can reduce the soy sauce slightly or mix a little plain yoghurt into the bulgur when serving to make it extra creamy and gentle.

Reasons why salmon, bulgur and edamame are brilliant foods for children:

Brain & growth support: Salmon is rich in omega-3 fats, which support brain development, learning, and concentration.High-quality protein: Salmon and edamame provide protein to help build muscles and keep kids feeling full and satisfied.Iron, magnesium & B vitamins: Bulgur wheat naturally contains these nutrients, which help with energy, focus, and healthy growth.Gentle sweetness, lower salt: A little honey balances the flavour, while low-salt soy sauce keeps sodium child-appropriate. (Remember if you are making this for a younger child, the NHS advises that children under 12months should not eat honey).Fibre for happy tummies: Bulgur and edamame add fibre, supporting digestion and steady energy.

Why use bulgur wheat instead of rice?

• More fibre than white rice - better digestion and longer-lasting energy • Lower glycaemic index - helps avoid energy crashes • Extra nutrients (iron, magnesium, B vitamins) • Quick to cook - ready in about the same time as rice, sometimes faster!