Granbury Honey-Pecan Glazed Salmon
A sweet-savory salmon dish celebrating Granbury's local pecan harvest, with a sticky glaze that caramelizes perfectly under the broiler. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 24 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, chopped pecans, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat broiler on high and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin-side down on the sheet, then season with 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Brush half the glaze evenly over salmon fillets.
- Step 3: Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped pecans over the salmon, then top with 1 tsp sesame seeds. Brush remaining glaze over pecans.
- Step 4: Broil 6 inches from heat for 8-10 minutes until salmon is opaque in the center and glaze is bubbling and slightly caramelized around the edges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Granbury Honey-Pecan Glazed Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 24 minutes (15 min prep + 9 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 Granbury Honey-Pecan Glazed Salmon?
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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Granbury Honey-Pecan Glazed Salmon?
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 Granbury Honey-Pecan Glazed Salmon 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 Granbury Honey-Pecan Glazed Salmon?
American 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 9-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
