Description
Savor the sweet and savory flavors of Honey Glazed Salmon, a simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Tender salmon fillets are coated in a delicious honey glaze made with butter, soy sauce, and garlic, then baked to perfection. With just 20 minutes of prep and cooking time, this flavorful dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (7 oz each)
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Honey Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup salted butter (or olive oil)
- 5 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 1/2 cup honey (adjust sweetness to taste)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free option)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine butter, soy sauce, honey, and garlic. Whisk until smooth, then simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Arrange salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and season generously with sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour the glaze over the salmon, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily and is cooked through.
- Spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the salmon before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of butter and olive oil for the glaze.
- Adjust the amount of honey depending on your desired level of sweetness.
- This recipe pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or steamed rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of salmon (7 oz)
- Calories: 357 kcal
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg