Real Honey-Glazed Salmon Fillets

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Salmon with a pure honey glaze that highlights the fish's natural flavor without artificial sweetness or excess. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, : raw honey, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp raw honey, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tbsp avocado oil in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat (350°F) for 2 minutes, then place salmon skin-side down in the skillet.
  4. Step 4: Cook for 6-7 minutes without moving, until skin is crisp and golden (check by lifting edge—should release easily from pan).
  5. Step 5: Flip salmon, brush with honey glaze, and cook for 3-4 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium-rare, with glaze bubbling and slightly caramelized.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat immediately; let rest 2 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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