Brown Sugar Salmon
Succulent, sweet, and savory, this Brown Sugar Salmon recipe is the perfect balance of flavors for a quick and elegant dinner. A rich glaze made with brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic caramelizes beautifully in the oven, infusing the tender salmon fillets with bold, mouthwatering taste. Topped with fresh lemon slices for a bright citrus touch and finished with an optional sprinkle of chopped parsley, this dish is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a foolproof option for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with a gourmet meal. Pair this easy salmon recipe with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, restaurant-quality dining experience right at home. Perfect for anyone searching for “easy baked salmon,” “quick dinner recipes,” or “sweet and savory seafood dishes”!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 pieces lemon slices
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and salt to create the glaze.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Pat the fillets dry with a paper towel.
Brush the brown sugar glaze generously over the top and sides of each salmon fillet.
Place one lemon slice on top of each fillet for enhanced flavor and presentation.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, like steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.6 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 580 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 149 mg | 3% | |
*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.
