Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon: 20-Minute High Protein Dinner
A quick, high-protein salmon dinner with a sticky honey-garlic glaze, finished under the broiler for a caramelized crust. Tender, flaky salmon coated in a sweet-savory sauce, ready in 20 minutes for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon filets, skin-on or skinless
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp blackening seasoning (optional)
- 3 tbsp butter, unsalted
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven broiler to high. Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet, skin-side down
- Pat fillets dry. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and blackening seasoning (if using)
- Heat 1 tbsp butter with olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sauté garlic 1 minute until fragrant
- Add honey and rice vinegar, simmering 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened
- Brush glaze over salmon. Broil 8-10 minutes, basting 2-3 times until glaze is bubbly and golden
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Use center-cut salmon for even cooking. For extra flavor, serve with steamed vegetables or jasmine rice
Substitute regular paprika for a milder taste. Brush glaze under skin for deeper flavor penetration
Storage: Glaze can be made 2 days ahead; keep salmon separate until assembly
Substitute regular paprika for a milder taste. Brush glaze under skin for deeper flavor penetration
Storage: Glaze can be made 2 days ahead; keep salmon separate until assembly
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 550mgSugar: 18g
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