Orange Glazed Salmon for 2
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this elegant yet easy Orange Glazed Salmon for 2, a perfect recipe for couples or smaller households. Featuring tender salmon fillets kissed with a luscious orange glaze made from fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, savory soy sauce, and a touch of honey, this dish strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. A quick sear in olive oil ensures a beautifully golden exterior, while a cornstarch-thickened glaze envelops the fish in irresistible flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this skillet-cooked salmon pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp side salad. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and transform your dinner into a vibrant, citrus-infused masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6-8 ounces each) Salmon fillets
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic to create the glaze mixture.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down (if the salmon has skin). Cook for about 4 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the flesh begins to turn opaque at the edges.
Flip the salmon gently with a spatula and cook the other side for an additional 3 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through but still moist. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the glaze mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes until it begins to simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Add the slurry to the simmering glaze and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the orange glaze over the top. Cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the salmon to absorb some of the glaze flavors.
Transfer the glazed salmon to serving plates, spoon any extra sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 158 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 2064 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 86.8 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 412 mg | 9% | |
*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.
