Grilled Salmon with Orange Ginger Sauce

Elevate your dinner game with this Grilled Salmon with Orange Ginger Sauce, a vibrant and healthy dish that's bursting with bold, fresh flavors. Perfectly grilled salmon fillets are seasoned simply yet elegantly with olive oil, salt, and pepper before being finished with a luscious glaze made from tangy fresh orange juice, zesty ginger, and a hint of sweet honey. The sauce is thickened to silky perfection, creating the ultimate pairing for the smoky, tender fish. Garnished with bright cilantro for a pop of color and freshness, this easy yet impressive recipe is ready in just 35 minutes. It's ideal for a summer BBQ, light weeknight dinner, or a special gathering. Packed with omega-3s, citrusy brightness, and an irresistible umami kick from soy sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance between delicious and nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). If you are using a grill pan, preheat it over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Brush the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, grated ginger, soy sauce, and honey. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Bring the sauce mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Allow it to reduce slightly, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Brush the grill grates with the remaining olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down. Grill for 4-5 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the salmon easily flakes with a fork.

Step 7

Remove the salmon from the grill and transfer it to serving plates.

Step 8

Drizzle the orange ginger sauce generously over the grilled salmon.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(366.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	656.5

Total Fat 43.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 72.7mg	0%
Sodium 3565.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 27.6g
Protein 30.3g	0%

Vitamin D 543.6IU	0%
Calcium 47.5mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 711.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 21.9%