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Honey Pineapple Glazed Salmon

Succulent Honey Pineapple Glazed Salmon for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This Honey Pineapple Glazed Salmon features a sweet and savory glaze that transforms your weeknight dinners into a tropical feast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh salmon recommended, wild-caught preferred.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking the salmon.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh preferred, canned works; drained.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Adjust to preference.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium is a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Grated for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Optional, for a spicy kick.
For Serving
  • to taste Cilantro Optional garnish.
  • 2 wedges Lime Optional, for serving.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine pineapple chunks, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the salmon fillets for about 4-5 minutes until golden.
  4. Flip the fillets over and brush the glaze on top. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
  5. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the salmon, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, always use fresh salmon and avoid over-marinating. Watch the cooking time closely to ensure the salmon is perfectly cooked.

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