Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon for a Quick Weeknight Win

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a quick and healthy weeknight dinner that combines sweetness and savory flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

2 fillets Salmon Choose the freshest fillets available.
1 tablespoon Olive oil Ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.

For the Glaze

1/4 cup Honey Provides signature sweetness.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic adds bold depth.
2 tablespoons Soy sauce Rounds out flavors with umami.
1 tablespoon Lemon juice Brightens the glaze.
1 tablespoon Butter Adds richness to the glaze.
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to your preference for spice.
1/4 teaspoon Salt Use sparingly based on soy sauce.

For Garnish

1 tablespoon Chopped parsley or green onions Adds fresh color.
1 tablespoon Sesame seeds Optional for texture.

Equipment

skillet
Medium bowl
Whisk

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and black pepper.
Whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice in a bowl.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook salmon fillets skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden-brown.
Flip the fillets, add butter and pour in the glaze, simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Baste the salmon with the glaze every minute while cooking.
Remove from heat, drizzle leftover glaze over salmon, and garnish.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 34gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic and quality salmon for best flavor. Prepare the glaze ahead to save time.

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