Grilled Honey Balsamic Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Grilled Honey Balsamic Salmon recipe, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Succulent salmon fillets are marinated in a bold mixture of balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and Dijon mustard, then grilled to tender perfection with a caramelized finish. The marinade doubles as a glossy glaze, adding even more flavor with every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for busy evenings or impressing guests at your next backyard barbecue. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with zesty lemon wedges for a vibrant, restaurant-worthy presentation. Perfect for pescatarian diets, healthy dinners, or anyone who loves quick and flavorful seafood recipes!
Train Anywhere. No Excuses.
Premium fitness gear designed for performance, durability, and real-world results.
From home to gym to on-the-go
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional for serving)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be your marinade and glaze.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour about half of the marinade over the salmon, reserving the other half for later as a glaze.
Cover the dish or seal the bag and let the salmon marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour for a stronger flavor.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the salmon from the marinade and discard the used marinade. Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if applicable.
Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it is cooked to your desired doneness and flakes easily with a fork.
Meanwhile, heat the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly to form a glaze.
Brush the warm glaze over the salmon during the last minute of grilling for extra flavor.
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a minute. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if using, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 620 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 52 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.
