Easy Glazed Grilled Salmon
Savor the perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors with this Easy Glazed Grilled Salmon recipe. Featuring flaky, tender salmon fillets kissed by a luscious glaze made from honey, soy sauce, fresh garlic, and ginger, this dish is a surefire way to elevate your dinner game. With just 10 minutes of prep time, the marinated salmon grills to perfection in minutes, creating a caramelized, golden glaze that’s bursting with flavor. Garnished with vibrant green onions and optional sesame seeds, this healthy and protein-packed meal is as stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual summer BBQs, this quick and easy recipe pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. Perfectly satisfying and simple to make, it’s destined to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon, grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish) green onions
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) sesame seeds
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt to create the glaze.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour half of the glaze over the fillets. Reserve the other half of the glaze for basting. Let the salmon marinate for 15–30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F/190°C) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the salmon from the marinade and pat the fillets dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade.
Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if applicable. Grill for 4–5 minutes on the first side, brushing with some of the reserved glaze as it cooks.
Carefully flip the salmon and grill for another 4–5 minutes, continuing to baste with the glaze, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Transfer the salmon to a serving plate and let it rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if using.
Serve immediately with steamed vegetables, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 814 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 102 mg | 2% | |
*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.
