Honey-Lime Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Cilantro

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Pan-seared salmon fillets finished with a sticky honey-lime glaze, garlic, and fresh cilantro for a vibrant, flavorful seafood dish. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes until the edges are crispy and the salmon is cooked halfway through. Flip and cook for 2 minutes more.
3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-low and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the salmon.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with extra glaze spooned over the top.