Grilled Salmon with Orange Ginger Sauce
Elevate your dinner game with this Grilled Salmon with Orange Ginger Sauce, a vibrant and healthy dish that's bursting with bold, fresh flavors. Perfectly grilled salmon fillets are seasoned simply yet elegantly with olive oil, salt, and pepper before being finished with a luscious glaze made from tangy fresh orange juice, zesty ginger, and a hint of sweet honey. The sauce is thickened to silky perfection, creating the ultimate pairing for the smoky, tender fish. Garnished with bright cilantro for a pop of color and freshness, this easy yet impressive recipe is ready in just 35 minutes. It's ideal for a summer BBQ, light weeknight dinner, or a special gathering. Packed with omega-3s, citrusy brightness, and an irresistible umami kick from soy sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance between delicious and nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). If you are using a grill pan, preheat it over medium-high heat.
Brush the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, grated ginger, soy sauce, and honey. Stir to combine.
Bring the sauce mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Allow it to reduce slightly, about 4-5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
Brush the grill grates with the remaining olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down. Grill for 4-5 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the salmon easily flakes with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the grill and transfer it to serving plates.
Drizzle the orange ginger sauce generously over the grilled salmon.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 3566 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.6 mcg | 68% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 711 mg | 15% | |
*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.
