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Honey Baked Salmon

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This honey baked salmon recipe features flaky, tender salmon fillets glazed with sticky golden honey, garlic, and lemon for a sweet and savory dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes. It’s easy enough for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Chopped fresh parsley or dill, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). For a crispier glaze, position a rack in the upper third of your oven.
  2. Line a baking sheet or shallow baking dish with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Lightly brush or spray with olive oil if desired.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the lined pan. Pat them dry with paper towels.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Add olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  5. Spoon or brush the honey glaze generously over the salmon fillets, coating the tops and sides. Reserve a tablespoon or two of glaze for serving if desired.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and looks opaque in the center.
  7. Switch your oven to broil (high) for 1–2 minutes at the end to caramelize the glaze. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  8. Let the salmon rest for 2–3 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or dill and add lemon wedges if desired.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite sides, drizzling with reserved glaze if desired.

Notes

Let salmon come to room temperature for 10–15 minutes before baking for even cooking. Watch the broiler closely as honey can burn quickly. For a gluten-free version, use coconut aminos or tamari instead of soy sauce. The glaze can be made up to 2 days in advance. Leftovers are delicious cold or reheated gently.

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