Description
Succulent honey pineapple salmon offers a tropical twist on classic seafood. Rich marinade and quick cooking guarantee a delectable meal that delights palates with its balanced sweet and savory profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- ¼ cup (60 mL) honey
- ¼ cup (60 mL) pineapple juice
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp (5 mL) grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Sliced pineapple
- Chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup and non-stick cooking.
- Glaze Creation: Whisk together honey, pineapple juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl to create a vibrant, aromatic coating for the salmon.
- Salmon Seasoning: Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, season with salt and black pepper, then thoroughly coat with the prepared honey-pineapple glaze, reserving some for mid-cooking basting.
- Baking Process: Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, pausing midway to brush with additional glaze, ensuring the fish becomes perfectly flaky and infused with rich, sweet-savory flavors.
- Finishing Touch: Remove salmon from the oven when cooked through, garnish with fresh pineapple slices and chopped cilantro, then serve immediately to preserve the dish’s optimal temperature and moisture.
Notes
- Prevent Drying: Pat salmon completely dry before seasoning to ensure crisp exterior and prevent moisture loss during baking.
- Glaze Timing: Reserve half the glaze for mid-cooking baste to layer flavors and maintain salmon’s juiciness without burning.
- Temperature Check: Use internal temperature of 145°F as definitive doneness indicator instead of solely relying on cooking time.
- Flavor Enhancement: Select fresh pineapple for garnish to add bright, tangy contrast and provide visual appeal to the finished dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg