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Christmas Salmon

Delicious Christmas Salmon with Pomegranate Glaze in 18 Minutes

This Christmas Salmon with Pomegranate Glaze is a quick and healthy festive dish packed with flavor and omega-3s.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Molasses Essential for a sweet-tart flavor; there’s no substitute for its unique taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Adds extra sweetness; feel free to reduce if you prefer less sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Provides a rich depth to the sauce; use olive oil for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Enhances sweetness and adds a delightful surprise; don't skip this!
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Infuses the dish with aromatic flavor; opt for fresh rosemary if available.
  • to taste Salt Fundamental for seasoning; adjust to suit your palate.
  • to taste Pepper Fundamental for seasoning; adjust to suit your palate.
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Rich in omega-3s; substitute with steelhead trout or other wild-caught salmon types if needed.
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Seeds Adds vibrant color and crunch; they enhance flavor too!
  • a few Rosemary Sprigs Elevates presentation with a touch of freshness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium frying pan over medium-high heat, combine pomegranate molasses, maple syrup, butter, vanilla, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 4 minutes.
  3. Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool slightly. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and coat with the sauce.
  4. Bake the salmon for 8-9 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
  5. Carefully remove the salmon from the oven. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the top and garnish with rosemary sprigs and pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 34gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For deeper flavor infusion, consider marinating the salmon in the pomegranate sauce for 30 minutes prior to baking.

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