Description
Lime Honey Garlic Salmon is a delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors that transforms your dinner into a culinary celebration. Fresh salmon fillets are marinated in a luscious blend of honey, zesty lime juice, and aromatic garlic, creating a dish that’s not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive gathering, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and pour half of the marinade over them. Let sit for 15-30 minutes.
- Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle remaining marinade over the salmon during the last few minutes of baking.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides like steamed rice or grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg