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Orange Glazed Salmon

Orange Glazed Salmon: Quick, Delicious Dinner in Minutes

This Orange Glazed Salmon recipe combines sweet and savory flavors for a quick dinner everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Fresh Atlantic or sockeye salmon For a rich, buttery flavor.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing the salmon.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Fresh orange juice Provides vibrant flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Balances the glaze's acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Adds umami richness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated to enhance flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch For thickening the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Water To mix with cornstarch.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped for freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Orange zest For enhanced citrus flavor.

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  3. Cook the salmon fillets skin side down for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until flaky.
  4. In the same skillet, add fresh orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger to prepare the glaze.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors together.
  6. Mix cornstarch and water, then whisk into the sauce to thicken for 1-2 more minutes.
  7. Return the salmon to the skillet and spoon the glaze over for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve the salmon with additional glaze and garnish with parsley and orange zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 650mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe is quick, beginner-friendly, and perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort. Enjoy with rice or a salad.

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