Low Sodium Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Savor the indulgence of "Low Sodium Bourbon Glazed Salmon," a healthier twist on a gourmet classic that combines rich, caramelized flavors with heart-smart ingredients. This recipe features tender salmon fillets bathed in a sticky-sweet bourbon glaze made with honey, low sodium soy sauce, fresh ginger, and minced garlic. Its quick prep time and oven-baked simplicity make it a go-to for weeknight dinners that impress without the guilt. Finished with a zesty sprinkle of lime juice and garnished with fragrant green onions, this dish achieves restaurant-worthy elegance right in your own kitchen. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking bold flavors with reduced sodium, this recipe is destined to become a dinner table favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup bourbon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small saucepan, combine the bourbon, honey, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush them with olive oil and sprinkle with ground black pepper.
Pour the bourbon glaze over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the oven and brush again with the remaining glaze for extra flavor.
Drizzle lime juice over the salmon fillets before serving.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your low sodium bourbon glazed salmon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.1 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1041 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 106.1 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 168 mg | 4% | |
*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.
