Description
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a quick and delectable weeknight dish that combines the rich flavors of honey and garlic with perfectly cooked salmon. With its sticky, sweet glaze and savory undertones, this recipe not only transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy evenings or special occasions, this dish pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables, making it a go-to for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or grill.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
- Place salmon in a shallow dish, pour half of the marinade over it, and marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Remove salmon from marinade; brush with remaining marinade if baking. Bake for 12-15 minutes or grill for 6-8 minutes per side.
- In a saucepan, simmer leftover marinade; add cornstarch mixture to thicken.
- Serve salmon drizzled with thickened sauce alongside rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg