Rosemary Balsamic Salmon
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Rosemary Balsamic Salmon, a perfect blend of elegance and simplicity. This recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets infused with a rich marinade of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, fresh rosemary, honey, and garlic, delivering a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors. Each fillet is pan-seared until perfectly golden, then garnished with fresh lemon slices for a zesty, aromatic finish. Ready in under 30 minutes (plus marinating time), this dish is ideal for busy nights but impressive enough for entertaining. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Packed with Omega-3s and bursting with flavor, this balsamic salmon recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Fresh rosemary
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 piece Lemon (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and fresh rosemary. Combine well to create the marinade.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, making sure the fillets are well coated. Let the salmon marinate in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the pan with a drizzle of olive oil.
Remove the salmon from the marinade, letting any excess marinade drip off, and place the fillets skin-side down in the pan.
Cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking to ensure the salmon remains tender and juicy.
While the salmon cooks, you can optionally reduce the remaining marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened (if desired, ensure the marinade was not in contact with raw salmon).
Transfer the cooked salmon to a serving plate. Optionally drizzle the reduced marinade over the fillets for added flavor.
Garnish with fresh lemon slices and additional rosemary sprigs. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 2612 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 88.9 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.6 mcg | 263% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1608 mg | 34% | |
*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.
