Glazed Grilled Salmon
Perfectly tender and packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors, this Glazed Grilled Salmon recipe is a quick and delicious way to elevate your weeknight dinner. Featuring a rich marinade of soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and fresh ginger, this dish strikes the ideal balance between sweet and savory. A hint of rice vinegar adds tang, while garlic and sesame seeds enhance the umami notes. The fillets are grilled to perfection, creating a caramelized glaze that complements the salmon’s delicate texture. Finished with vibrant scallion garnish, this easy 25-minute recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a healthy yet indulgent meal. Serve alongside steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete, mouthwatering feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 sliced (for garnish) scallions
- 1 as needed non-stick spray
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, olive oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame seeds, and black pepper until well combined to create the glaze.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the glaze for later and pour the remaining glaze over the salmon. Marinate the salmon in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 1 hour.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F or 190°C). Lightly coat the grill grates with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
Remove the salmon from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade. Grill the salmon, skin side down, for 4-5 minutes.
Brush the reserved glaze over the top of the salmon fillets. Flip the salmon carefully using a spatula and grill for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with sliced scallions and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 716 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 99 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.
