Description
Orange Glazed Salmon is a delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors that transforms an ordinary meal into a culinary celebration. This recipe features tender, succulent salmon fillets coated in a luscious orange glaze made from fresh juice, honey, and soy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, this dish is sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
- Pour half of the glaze over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle the remaining glaze over the salmon and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the salmon in the glaze for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Feel free to substitute orange juice with lemon or lime for a different zest. - Serve alongside steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal.