Description
Honey pineapple salmon brings tropical island flavors to your dinner table with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Hawaiian-inspired ingredients merge seamlessly, creating a mouthwatering dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) honey
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) pineapple juice
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) grated fresh ginger
Cooking and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garnish (optional):
- Sliced pineapple
- Chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400°F (200°C) and create a non-stick surface by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Craft a vibrant glaze by thoroughly combining honey, pineapple juice, soy sauce, finely minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger in a small mixing bowl.
- Arrange salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, then delicately season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Generously coat the salmon with the prepared honey pineapple glaze, carefully setting aside a portion for mid-cooking basting.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and cook for 12-15 minutes, ensuring the salmon reaches a perfect doneness by checking its ability to flake easily with a fork.
- Halfway through cooking, gently brush the remaining glaze over the salmon to enhance its flavor and moisture.
- Once fully cooked, carefully remove the salmon from the oven and enhance its presentation by garnishing with delicate slices of fresh pineapple and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
- Transfer to serving plates immediately and savor the harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors.
Notes
- Quick marinades infuse deep flavor into salmon, transforming a simple protein into a restaurant-worthy dish.
- Choose fresh, high-quality salmon fillets with bright color and firm texture for best results.
- Basting midway through cooking ensures the glaze caramelizes without burning, creating a glossy, flavorful exterior.
- Pineapple juice tenderizes the fish while adding natural sweetness that complements the salmon’s rich profile.
- Serve immediately after cooking to maintain the salmon’s delicate, moist texture and prevent overcooking.
- Pair with steamed rice or roasted vegetables to create a balanced, nutritious meal in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 346 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg