Description
There’s nothing quite like the magic of honey-glazed salmon — it’s sweet, savory, and beautifully caramelized, all with minimal effort. This easy recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a restaurant-worthy dish that’s ready in under 25 minutes. Whether you’re making dinner for the family or serving guests, it’s guaranteed to impress with its glossy golden glaze, tender texture, and perfectly balanced flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin on)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley, sesame seeds, or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
- Pat salmon dry and place skin-side down on the baking sheet. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Brush the glaze evenly over each fillet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- For extra caramelization, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end (watch carefully).
- Rest for 2 minutes before serving, then drizzle with the remaining glaze and garnish as desired.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or grated ginger to the glaze. Don’t skip the lemon juice — it balances the honey perfectly. Always avoid overbaking for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg