Salmon with Chili Honey Glaze
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this bold and flavorful Salmon with Chili Honey Glaze recipe. Perfectly baked salmon fillets are generously coated in a mouthwatering glaze made with sweet honey, tangy lime juice, savory soy sauce, and a spicy kick of chili paste. The combination of rich garlic and fresh cilantro creates the perfect balance of flavors, while a quick bake in the oven ensures tender, flaky salmon with minimal effort. This approachable yet gourmet recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings. Serve this sweet and spicy salmon alongside steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted veggies for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of quick, healthy, and flavorful seafood dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons chili paste (such as sambal oelek)
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, prepare the chili honey glaze by whisking together honey, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, chili paste, and minced garlic.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Brush the tops and sides generously with the chili honey glaze using a pastry brush.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). For extra caramelization, you can broil the salmon on high for the last 2 minutes of cooking, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Spoon any remaining glaze over the salmon for extra flavor.
Garnish the salmon with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side, if desired.
Pair with steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.6 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 4165 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.9 g | ||
| Protein | 146.6 g | 293% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 431 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.
