Pineapple Teriyaki Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Pineapple Teriyaki Salmon—a stunning blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors! Succulent salmon fillets are seared to golden perfection, then baked with a luscious homemade teriyaki glaze made from soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, and aromatic garlic and ginger. Topped with juicy, caramelized pineapple chunks, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and fresh green onions, this dish delivers a tropical flair in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy nights yet impressive enough for guests. Serve over fluffy steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a restaurant-quality meal at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillet
• 0.33 cup soy sauce
• 0.5 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 teaspoon (grated) ginger
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 0.5 cup (diced) pineapple
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 2 stalks (sliced) green onions
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to simmer.

Step 3

Mix the cornstarch and water together in a small bowl to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the saucepan to thicken the sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until it reaches a glossy consistency. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season them lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon fillets, skin-side up, for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 6

Transfer the seared salmon to the prepared baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the pineapple teriyaki sauce and top with a few pieces of diced pineapple.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and sprinkle the salmon with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish.

Step 9

Serve the Pineapple Teriyaki Salmon immediately with your choice of steamed rice, quinoa, or sautéed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1117.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2378.3

Total Fat 138.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 44.1g
Cholesterol 469.5mg	0%
Sodium 5056.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 78.1g
Protein 182.1g	0%

Vitamin D 3728.5IU	0%
Calcium 174.9mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 3736.8mg	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: 52.9%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 16.3%