Honey-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Thyme

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Salmon fillets seared to tender perfection with a sweet-honey glaze and bright lemon-thyme notes, finished with a citrusy drizzle. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 23 minutes pairs (6 ounces each) salmon fillets, tablespoons honey, tablespoons olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.

★ 3.8 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 American cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, and the zest and juice of 1 lemon in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Brush half the honey mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
  4. Step 4: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high (375°F) until lightly smoking, then add the salmon skin-side down.
  5. Step 5: Grill for 4 minutes, then flip and brush with remaining honey mixture; cook for 3-4 minutes more until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Thyme take to make?

Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Honey-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon 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 tablespoons honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon 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 Honey-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon 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 Honey-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Thyme?

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.

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