Balsamic Glazed Cracked Pepper Salmon Clean Eating
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Balsamic Glazed Cracked Pepper Salmon, a clean-eating recipe that’s as delicious as it is wholesome! Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets brushed with a rich, tangy balsamic and honey glaze, this dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. A sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper and sea salt enhances the natural flavors of the fish, while a quick trip to the oven ensures a perfectly caramelized finish. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside vibrant lemon wedges, this meal is both elegant and nutrient-packed. Ready in just 25 minutes, it pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, fluffy quinoa, or a crisp green salad—making it an ideal choice for a healthy dinner or an impressive entertaining option. Keywords: balsamic glazed salmon, cracked pepper salmon, clean-eating recipes, quick salmon recipes, healthy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 0.5 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, and let it reduce for about 5-7 minutes until thickened into a glaze-like consistency. Remove from heat and set aside.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush them lightly with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets. Using a spoon or brush, generously coat each fillet with the prepared balsamic glaze.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked to your desired doneness.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Pair the salmon with steamed vegetables, quinoa, or a leafy green salad for a complete clean-eating meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 102.1 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 429 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 2879 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.1 g | ||
| Protein | 151.0 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 89.5 mcg | 447% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2857 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
