Savory Salmon with Brown Sugar Garlic Glaze in 30 Minutes

This Salmon with Brown Sugar Garlic Glaze is a quick, flavorful dish that transforms weeknight dinners into extraordinary culinary experiences.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh or thawed frozen

For the Glaze

1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier twist
3 cloves Garlic Minced
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute avocado oil
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used as an alternative

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference
1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

Oven
baking sheet
parchment paper
Medium-sized bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and lemon juice until well blended.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet, brush each fillet generously with the glaze.
Bake the salmon in the oven for 12-15 minutes, checking with a fork for flakiness.
Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dish can be served with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Leftovers make a great salad topping.

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