Salmon Marinade
Elevate your salmon game with this irresistibly flavorful Salmon Marinade recipe, perfectly balanced to enhance your favorite fish. This quick and easy marinade combines the richness of olive oil, the umami of soy sauce, and the natural sweetness of honey, complemented by zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a hint of grated ginger. A touch of Dijon mustard adds depth, while freshly chopped dill offers an optional herby twist. With only 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile marinade infuses the salmon with bold, savory, and slightly tangy notes, making it ideal for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. Perfect for a healthy, restaurant-quality meal at home, this recipe is your new go-to for juicy, flavor-packed salmon every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, and lemon juice to create the base of the marinade.
Mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger. Add them to the bowl with the marinade base.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
If desired, finely chop the fresh dill and stir it into the marinade for an additional layer of flavor.
Place the salmon fillets in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the salmon, ensuring all sides are evenly coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate and marinate the salmon for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a stronger flavor.
Remove the salmon from the marinade and cook it using your preferred method (grilling, baking, or pan-searing). Discard the remaining marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1862 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 202 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.
