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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon for Effortless Weeknight Joy

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a quick and easy gourmet dinner that transforms wholesome ingredients into a nourishing meal in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh, high-quality fillets for optimal flavor and flakiness.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Lends sweetness and promotes glossy finish.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or finely chopped for best results.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Adds savory, umami depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Prevents salmon from sticking.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Adds richness to the glaze.
For Seasoning
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Freshly cracked, adjust to preference.
  • 1 pinch Salt Remember, soy sauce adds saltiness.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley or Green Onions Adds color and freshness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional, adds texture.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat for 1 minute. Place salmon fillets skin-side down.
  4. Flip salmon after 4-5 minutes, add butter, and pour in the honey garlic glaze.
  5. Spoon glaze over salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until flaky.
  6. Remove from heat, drizzle with glaze, and garnish with parsley and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture. The glaze can be prepped ahead of time.

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