Whole30 Honey Glazed Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistibly flavorful Whole30 Honey Glazed Salmon—a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in every bite. This recipe swaps traditional honey for coconut aminos and fresh lemon juice, creating a sticky, umami-rich glaze that’s completely Whole30-compliant. The salmon fillets are brushed with this luscious sauce, then baked to tender, flaky perfection in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal quick and healthy meal. Garnished with vibrant green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this nutrient-packed dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Whether you're following a Whole30 diet or simply looking for a wholesome, gluten-free dinner, this elegant yet easy recipe is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 4-6 oz fillets salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon arrowroot powder
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, lemon juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Step 3
In another small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with water to make a slurry.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the coconut aminos mixture to the saucepan. Cook while stirring for 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in the arrowroot slurry and continue cooking for another 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
Step 7
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, and season them with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 8
Brush the glaze generously over each salmon fillet.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (720.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1312.9 |
| Total Fat 82.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 227.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2689.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.0g | |
| Protein 120.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 31.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 129.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories