Baked Lemon-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Thyme
Tender salmon fillets baked with a bright lemon and sweet honey glaze, enhanced by fragrant garlic and fresh thyme. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets, fresh lemon juice, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp leaves fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each fillet generously with the lemon-honey glaze.
- Step 3: Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in the center.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the fillets before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Lemon-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Lemon-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Thyme?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh lemon juice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Lemon-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Thyme?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Lemon-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Thyme for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Lemon-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Thyme?
Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
