Honey Glazed Salmon
A delightful honey glazed salmon dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for weeknights or dinner parties.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 fillets salmon fillets (6 oz each) Moist and rich.
- 1/4 cup honey Adds a rich glaze.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Compliments the sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adds mild heat and tang.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Lends aromatic quality.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Balances flavors.
- to taste Salt and pepper Essential for flavor.
- for garnish Chopped fresh parsley Adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet.
Cooking
- Brush half of the honey glaze over the salmon fillets.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- In the last few minutes of baking, brush the remaining honey glaze over the salmon.
- Once cooked, remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon in the honey glaze for 30 minutes before cooking. Spice it up with a pinch of red pepper flakes or substitute maple syrup for honey. Use skin-on salmon for added flavor.