Easy Honey Salmon for 2
Treat yourself and a loved one to a restaurant-quality meal at home with this Easy Honey Salmon for 2. This quick and flavorful recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets glazed in a luscious blend of honey, soy sauce, garlic, and lemon juice, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 12 minutes in the oven, this dish delivers gourmet results in a fraction of the time. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onion for a touch of elegance, this oven-baked salmon is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for a cozy date night or an easy weeknight dinner, it’s a healthy, protein-packed meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you're a seafood lover or cooking fish for the first time, this recipe makes a tasty and approachable choice.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) sesame seeds
- 1 stalk (sliced, for garnish) green onion
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and salt to create the glaze.
Step 3
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4
Brush the prepared glaze generously over the top and sides of the salmon fillets, reserving a small amount of glaze for later.
Step 5
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish easily flakes with a fork and is opaque in the center.
Step 6
Once cooked, remove the salmon from the oven and carefully transfer it to serving plates.
Step 7
Drizzle the reserved glaze over the cooked salmon for an extra burst of flavor.
Step 8
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onion if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (485.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 993.1 |
| Total Fat 53.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
| Cholesterol 136.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1432.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.5g | |
| Protein 75.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 34.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 231.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories