Sweet and Spicy Salmon Fillets

Elevate your dinner table with these Sweet and Spicy Salmon Fillets, a perfect balance of bold flavors and irresistible caramelization. This easy salmon recipe combines the natural richness of fresh salmon fillets with a mouthwatering glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and a medley of spices like chili powder and smoked paprika. The result? A tantalizing sweet-heat profile that's oven-baked to perfection in just 15 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining, the fillets are finished with a drizzle of olive oil for a crisp texture and served with zesty lemon wedges for a burst of freshness. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and pair with roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a deliciously balanced meal. Bursting with flavor, this healthy salmon recipe is as easy to cook as it is to savor!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.

Step 3

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down.

Step 4

Brush the honey-spice mixture generously over the top of each salmon fillet, ensuring an even coat.

Step 5

Drizzle the salmon with olive oil to enhance its crispiness during baking.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.

Step 7

If desired, switch the oven to broil for the last 2 minutes to caramelize the glaze slightly.

Step 8

Remove the salmon from the oven, transfer to serving plates, and garnish with fresh parsley, if using.

Step 9

Serve warm with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top, along with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(848.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1750.2

Total Fat 104.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 2929.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 52.7g
Protein 145.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 35.8mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 265.8mg	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: 53.2%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 14.0%