Salmon with Balsamic Vinegar Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this elegant yet easy-to-make Salmon with Balsamic Vinegar Sauce. Perfectly seared salmon fillets take center stage, complemented by a rich, tangy balsamic glaze enhanced with golden honey, aromatic garlic, and a touch of butter for a velvety finish. This 25-minute recipe combines simplicity with sophistication, making it ideal for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad. Packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this salmon recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Mince the garlic cloves and sauté them until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Pour the balsamic vinegar into the skillet and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
Whisk in the honey and continue cooking for another minute. Add the butter and stir until the sauce is glossy and slightly thickened.
Return the cooked salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the balsamic sauce over the top to coat evenly. Heat for 1-2 minutes.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salmon before serving.
Serve the salmon immediately with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.6 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 42 mg | 1% | |
*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.
