Sweetened Grilled Salmon
Elevate your dinner menu with Sweetened Grilled Salmon, a mouthwatering combination of tender salmon fillets and a deliciously sticky-sweet glaze. This easy-to-make recipe features a harmonious blend of brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, and fresh lemon juice, perfectly balanced with a hint of Dijon mustard and garlic for a flavor-packed marinade. Cooked to juicy perfection on the grill, the salmon develops a subtle smoky char while staying irresistibly moist and flaky. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at your next barbecue. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with your favorite sides, Sweetened Grilled Salmon is a crowd-pleaser that’s as stunning as it is satisfying—perfect for seafood lovers looking for a healthy, flavorful meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly grease the grates with non-stick cooking spray or a folded paper towel dipped in oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Place the salmon fillets on a large plate or tray. Brush the sweet glaze generously over the top and sides of each fillet.
Let the salmon sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to soak up the flavors while the grill heats up.
Once the grill is ready, place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grates. Close the grill lid and cook for 6–7 minutes.
Carefully flip the fillets using a wide spatula and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for 2 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately. Pair with a side of vegetables, rice, or salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 91.8 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3013 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.7 g | ||
| Protein | 145.7 g | 291% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 402 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.
