Glaze for Salmon
Elevate your salmon dishes with this quick and irresistible glaze that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Combining soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this glaze bursts with umami richness complemented by the aromatic kick of minced garlic. A drizzle of olive oil ensures a silky texture, while a pinch of salt and pepper brings the flavor to life. Ready in just 5 minutes, this multi-purpose glaze can be brushed onto salmon fillets before baking, grilling, or pan-searing for a caramelized finish or used as a vibrant drizzle after cooking. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy salmon glaze recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have your guests asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the mixture and stir well to evenly combine.
Whisk in 1 tablespoon of olive oil to help create a smooth texture.
Season the glaze with 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Adjust seasoning to taste if desired.
Use the glaze to brush over salmon fillets before baking, grilling, or pan-searing. Alternatively, reserve some glaze to drizzle over the cooked salmon as a finishing touch.
For a slightly thicker consistency, heat the glaze in a small saucepan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly reduced.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
77 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.2 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 496 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 43 mg | 1% | |
*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.
