Description
Honey Garlic Butter Salmon is a succulent dish that marries the sweet richness of honey with savory garlic and creamy butter, enveloping fresh salmon fillets in a flavor-packed glaze. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, allowing you to whip up a restaurant-quality meal in just 30 minutes. The delightful aroma wafts through your kitchen as the salmon bakes to perfection, making it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or gatherings. Pair this delicious salmon with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in honey and soy sauce until combined.
- Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle half the sauce over them.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Drizzle more sauce halfway through cooking.
- Optionally broil for the last two minutes for extra crispness.
- Serve topped with reserved sauce alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 354
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 378mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg