Low Sodium Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Delight your taste buds with this Low Sodium Bourbon Glazed Salmon, a mouthwatering dish that combines rich, smoky bourbon flavors with the natural sweetness of honey and the zing of fresh ginger. This heart-healthy recipe swaps regular soy sauce for a low-sodium alternative, ensuring a flavorful but diet-conscious glaze. The salmon fillets are oven-baked to tender perfection, absorbing every drop of the irresistible bourbon-honey glaze, and finished with a bright splash of lime juice and a garnish of fresh green onions. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 20-minute bake, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, savory meal that’s big on flavor but low in sodium.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup bourbon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a small saucepan, combine the bourbon, honey, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4
Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush them with olive oil and sprinkle with ground black pepper.
Step 5
Pour the bourbon glaze over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 6
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 7
Remove the salmon from the oven and brush again with the remaining glaze for extra flavor.
Step 8
Drizzle lime juice over the salmon fillets before serving.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your low sodium bourbon glazed salmon!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (680.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1334.4 |
| Total Fat 70.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 200mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1041.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.3g | |
| Protein 106.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 22.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 167.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories