Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon
Elevate your dinner with this Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon, a dish that combines succulent salmon fillets with a vibrant glaze of fresh oranges and zesty ginger. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is simple yet impressively flavorful, bringing a burst of sunshine to your plate. Enjoy the balance of sweetness and tanginess while savoring the delightful aroma that wafts through your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) skinless salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
- Place salmon in the baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Pour half the glaze over the salmon, reserving the rest.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. For extra caramelization, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end.
- Drizzle with reserved glaze and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg