The Allure of Salmon in Healthy Cooking
Nicola
This honey garlic glazed salmon is the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, made with a rich, sticky glaze of honey, soy sauce, garlic, and lemon. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy one-pan salmon recipe is packed with omega-3s and protein, making it a healthy and delicious choice for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 17 minutes mins
Course Glazed, Pan-Seared
Cuisine Glazed, Pan-Seared
Servings 4 servings
Calories 380 kcal
For the Salmon:
- 4 6-ounce salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger optional
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
For Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or green onions
- Lemon wedges
Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets, skin-side down (if using skin-on), and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
Add the Glaze: Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour the honey garlic glaze over the salmon and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, spooning the sauce over the fillets until thickened and glossy.
Finish with Butter: Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter for extra richness and silky texture.
Serve Immediately: Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped parsley or green onions, and lemon wedges. Serve over rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.
Keyword Glazed, Pan-Seared
