Grilled Salmon with Ginger Orange Glaze
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this mouthwatering Grilled Salmon with Ginger Orange Glaze. Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets brushed with a tangy-sweet sauce made from freshly squeezed orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and a touch of grated ginger, this recipe is a flavorful blend of citrusy brightness and savory umami. The glaze, gently simmered to perfection, adds a glossy finish to the grilled salmon, while the garnish of toasted sesame seeds and green onions provides a delightful crunch and fresh pop of color. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy evenings yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve alongside steamed rice or seasonal vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pieces green onions (finely chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Allow the sauce to cook for about 5-7 minutes or until it slightly thickens. Remove it from heat and set aside.
Lightly brush the salmon fillets with olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle each fillet with salt and black pepper.
Place the salmon fillets, skin side down, on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then carefully flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side, depending on the thickness of the fillets.
During the final 2 minutes of cooking, generously brush the ginger orange glaze over the salmon fillets. Reserve a small amount of glaze for serving, if desired.
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for 2 minutes.
Garnish the salmon with finely chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 2578 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.5 g | ||
| Protein | 95.7 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.6 mcg | 263% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2177 mg | 46% | |
*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.
