Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a sweet-tangy glaze and bright lemon-dill sauce, ready in under 30 minutes for a restaurant-quality dinner. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 22 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 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), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F) or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl to make the glaze.
- Step 3: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Brush the salmon skin-side down with 1 tbsp of the glaze and place on the hot grill skin-side down. Cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crispy and golden, then flip and brush with remaining glaze.
- Step 5: Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes more until the internal temperature reaches 125°F and the salmon is medium-rare, basting occasionally with extra glaze.
- Step 6: Remove salmon from grill, transfer to a plate, and immediately top with 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill to make the sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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-Soy Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill?
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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill?
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-Soy Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill 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-Soy Glazed Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill?
American grilling 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
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
