Description
Honey Garlic Salmon is a quick and delicious dish that brings a burst of flavor to your dinner table in just 15 minutes. This recipe features tender salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant weekend meals. With its minimal cleanup and healthy ingredients, Honey Garlic Salmon is bound to become a family favorite. Serve it over rice, alongside fresh vegetables, or in lettuce wraps for an easy-to-customize meal that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. salmon fillets (cut into 2–3 strips)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon warm water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Lemon wedges
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillets with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, warm water, apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice), and a pinch of salt.
- Heat the cast iron skillet over high heat; add olive oil and pan-fry the salmon skin side down for about 1 minute. Flip and cook for another minute.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until lightly browned.
- Pour in the honey mixture along with lemon wedges; reduce until sticky and coating the salmon.
- Optionally, broil the salmon for an extra minute for a charred finish.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 317
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 66mg
Keywords: Fresh ingredients significantly enhance flavor; opt for fresh herbs or spices for variations. To adjust sweetness, modify honey quantity or increase vinegar for acidity. Serve with sides like steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables to complete your meal.