Savory Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is an easy and delightful recipe perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Use fresh fillets for best flavor.

For the Glaze

1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup.
2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh garlic recommended.
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free for gluten-free option.
1/2 cup Lemon Juice Juice of half a lemon; lime juice can be substituted.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use other neutral oils if preferred.
1 tablespoon Butter Can substitute with olive oil for dairy-free.

For Seasoning

to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
to taste Salt Use sparingly if soy sauce is salty.

For Garnishing

to taste Parsley/Green Onions Can replace with chives.
to taste Sesame Seeds Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

skillet
mixing bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and black pepper.
In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice until smooth.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then place salmon fillets skin-side down.
Flip the salmon and add butter, pouring the glaze over the top.
Cook until the salmon flakes easily and the glaze thickens.
Serve garnished with parsley or green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Gather all ingredients before starting to save time.

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