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Description
A simple and delicious honey garlic glazed salmon recipe perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This easy dish features flaky salmon coated in a sweet and savory glaze made with honey and garlic, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- For the Glaze:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and grated ginger (if using).
- Spoon or brush the honey garlic glaze evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier glaze, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or sesame seeds before serving.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: Approximately 350-400 (estimated)
- Sugar: Approximately 15-20g (estimated)
- Sodium: Approximately 300-500mg (estimated, depending on soy sauce)
- Fat: Approximately 20-25g (estimated)
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g (estimated)
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 16-19g (estimated)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 20-25g (estimated)
- Fiber: Approximately 1-2g (estimated)
- Protein: Approximately 30-35g (estimated)
- Cholesterol: Approximately 80-100mg (estimated)
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