Honey-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Slices
Salmon fillets bathed in a luminous honey-soy glaze, served with bright citrus garnish to mirror the festival's radiant installations. This general-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs salmon fillets, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 345 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 340g salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 lemon slices
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 340g salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl. Brush half the mixture over salmon.
- Step 3: Bake for 12 minutes, then brush with remaining sauce and bake 3 more minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Garnish with 2 lemon slices before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Slices 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 Honey-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Slices?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Salmon with Citrus Slices?
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 Salmon with Citrus Slices for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Salmon with Citrus Slices?
General 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
