Best Quick Glazed Salmon
This quick and easy glazed salmon recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a beautifully caramelized finish. Ideal for a healthy and delicious dinner in under 30 minutes!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Salmon Fillets
- 4 salmon fillets skin-on, about 6 oz each
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp brown sugar light or dark
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt and black pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, minced garlic, and lemon juice to create the glaze.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the salmon, reduce heat to low, and pour the glaze over the fillets. Cook for another 5-6 minutes, occasionally spooning the glaze over the top, until the salmon is caramelized and fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a minute. Serve with extra glaze drizzled on top.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the salmon marinate in the glaze for 15 minutes before cooking. Serve with roasted vegetables or rice for a complete meal.