Honey Baked Salmon Recipe
This Honey Baked Salmon recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, creating a mouthwatering dish that’s easy to prepare. With a sticky honey glaze and a hint of garlic, this salmon is sure to impress.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten Free
Salmon:
- 4 fillets Salmon (6 oz each)
Glaze:
- 3 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (optional, for serving)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat Salmon: Brush the glaze over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Bake: Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F (63°C) internally.
- Broil: Optional – broil for 2-3 minutes for a caramelized finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices. Serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure salmon is fresh for the best flavor.
- Adjust honey and garlic to suit your taste preferences.
- Pair with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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