Description
Indulge in the sweet and savory delight of honey glazed salmon, a quick dish perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet and brush them generously with the glaze.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the salmon in the glaze for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Experiment by adding ginger or different herbs like rosemary or thyme for unique variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg