Let’s be real, weeknight dinners can sometimes feel like a chore, right? You're tired, hungry, and the thought of spending hours in the kitchen? I'm just back from my friend hiking in the mountains it’s not exactly appealing. But what if I told you that you could have a restaurant-quality meal on the table in under 30 minutes, with minimal effort? Enter this Honey-Cilantro Glazed Salmon. This recipe isn't just easy; it’s a flavor explosion!
The combination of sweet honey, tangy lime, savory soy sauce, and fresh cilantro creates a glaze that's both vibrant and incredibly delicious. It's the kind of dish that makes you feel good from the inside out. My neighbor, bless her heart, even asked for the recipe after trying it last week, and she's not usually a fish person! Honestly, this dish transformed my weeknight dinners and I’m so thrilled to share it with you. Get ready to fall in love with salmon all over again!
Required Equipments
- Baking Sheet
- Small Saucepan
- Whisk
- Zester
- Citrus Juicer
- Oven
Honey Cilantro Glazed Salmon: A Symphony of Flavors: Frequently Asked Questions
Honey Cilantro Glazed Salmon: A Symphony of Flavors
This Honey-Cilantro Glazed Salmon recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes. It features salmon fillets baked to perfection with a vibrant, flavorful glaze of honey, cilantro, lime, and soy sauce.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 4 servings
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a total breeze, trust me!
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, lime juice, grated lime zest, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro. My friend Sarah adds a tiny pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick, which I highly recommend!
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly – about 3-5 minutes. The glaze should coat the back of a spoon. Don't let it burn!
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. If your salmon has pin bones, nows the time to remove them with tweezers. I always seem to find one, no matter how hard I try!
- Brush the honey-cilantro glaze generously over the salmon fillets. Make sure each piece is coated well. I like to reserve a bit of the glaze for drizzling after baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your fillets.
- If desired, broil for the last 1-2 minutes to caramelize the glaze. Watch it closely to prevent burning!
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Drizzle any remaining glaze over the salmon. Garnish with extra chopped cilantro and lime wedges, if desired. I love serving this with quinoa and roasted asparagus. A complete and delicious meal!
📝 Notes
- For a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze.
- Serve with quinoa, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 320 kcal
Protein: 25 g
Fat: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 1 g
Calcium: 50 mg
