~ This incredibly easy and delicious salmon recipe is certain to become your family’s favorite! With ingredients you already have in your pantry, dinner will be ready in no time! And psssst … it’s kid-tested, kid-approved, too! ~
This Recipe Is: • Ready in 30 Minutes or Less • Gluten Free •
My husband and I love salmon. And we tried to tell our kids how yummy it was. “No Thank You,” they said (notice those capital letters … we could definitely tell they meant it!).
We told them how nutritious it was. (The omega-3s! The protein! The vitamins!) They still turned their noses up at it. Humph … well, more for us, we thought.
They claimed they didn’t like salmon.
That is, until they tried really good salmon. (And then, along came today’s recipe … a game-changer that just might surprise even your pickiest “I-don’t-like-fish” kiddos into becoming instant salmon lovers!)
My littlest was the first to convert – and it just took one bite. Soon she was asking for a little bite here and a little bite there. I was more than happy to share … ahem, until she was eating my whole dinner! But can I really blame her? It’s soooo good!
My husband and I sent each other mental high-fives across the table.
We now eat salmon on a really-regular basis … a meal the whole family enjoys that’s a success every time!! Yumm-yumm-yummo! We all love it!
No matter how many other ways I’ve made salmon, this recipe is now the recipe. Sure, I’ve experimented with some deliciously complex flavors – super tasty. And I’ve tried clean, pure flavors – equally fantastic.
But this is the one – the recipe my family begs for. The recipe that revolutionized salmon recipes. (Well, at my house, at least.)
My oldest even asked for this very recipe to be served at her birthday dinner. If that doesn’t scream “I-LOVE-THIS-FOOD” I don’t know what does! Birthday dinners are a big deal to kids.
This crazy-easy salmon recipe is a little bit sweet from the honey … a tad bit tart from the apple cider vinegar … and all totally awesome.
People. I need you to hear me out.
Sometimes really (really) simple recipes are the best. Like really the best.
We honest-to-goodness haven’t fixed salmon any other way since. Yep. We love it that much!
In fact, I was fixing the recipe for dinner one evening, when my youngest had a friend over for dinner. I crossed my fingers and hoped her sweet friend would like it. (You know, since I’d had my own experiences with kids and salmon and all … )
Her friend loved it! Her mom even texted me after she got home, asking for the recipe for “the salmon with the yummy green sauce”! Whew!
Now, you may need to run to the store to get some salmon, but I can pretty much guarantee that you’ve already got all of the other ingredients you need to make this. Don’t you just love those recipes where you’ve got everything on hand? I know I do!
So since it’s the New Year, and the most popular resolutions people make include losing weight (or eating healthy) and getting organized … Shelley and I knew it was the right time to share this phenomenal salmon recipe (aka “The Game Changer”)!
I just know that you’ll love it! And I can vouch from firsthand experience that the kids … well, they’ll love it, too!
It’s simple, it’s healthy, it’s the very best way to start your New Year off on the right foot!
Happy New Year, friends!
Easy Honey-Glazed Salmon
This incredibly easy salmon recipe is sure to become a new favorite! With ingredients you already have on hand, dinner will be ready in no time!
• Ready in 30 Minutes or Less • Gluten Free •
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless salmon, skin removed if desired (see note)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Line a glass baking dish with foil or parchment paper (see note).
- Place salmon in baking dish.
- Combine honey, vinegar, canola oil, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix until salt is dissolved and ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Pour honey mixture over salmon, making sure salmon is coated completely by glaze (although much of the glaze will run down into the pan).
- Bake for 17-22 minutes, checking for doneness (the thickest part of the salmon will flake easily with a fork). Do not overcook; salmon should be flaky and moist. Serve immediately.
Notes
Salmon: This recipe will also work with salmon that still has the skin on. Place the salmon in the pan skin-side down before pouring the glaze over top. Once baked, the salmon should be easy to lift away from the skin, leaving the skin behind in the baking pan.
Pan: Lining the pan with foil or parchment is purely for ease of cleanup. This recipe also works just fine in an unlined pan that's been prepped with a bit of non-stick spray.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 1/4 of salmonAmount Per Serving: Calories: 301Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 71mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 0gSugar: 9gProtein: 25g
Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only, and may vary depending on your choice of ingredients or preparation. No guarantees are made regarding allergies or dietary needs. Always consult a physician or dietician for specific advice and questions.
I love finding new salmon recipes and yours looks so healthy and delish!
I loved this salmon!!
The ingredients were already in my pantry (except the salmon).
Easy to make and very tasty.
Salmon is one of my favorite dishes. I am always looking to try it in new and different ways. Your recipe looks delicious and healthy. I like the parchment paper for easy clean up too. That is from one that does a lot of cooking and cleans a lot of dishes. 🙂
Haha! Yes! My husband will often help clean up … but he likes to let the pans ‘soak’ if there is any food remaining. So I still end up with a sinkful of dishes! The parchment paper makes everybody happy … easy clean pans … and an empty sink! Lol!!
We really love this salmon recipe – it’s really simple, and the flavors just shine! Hope you like it, too!! 🙂 ~Gretchen
Oooo I’m going to have to try this on my hubs if you got your kids to eat it! Looks amazing!
Not surprised why your littlest converted. Just looking at it, I suddenly felt hungry if I wasn’t 🙂 Looks tender, flavourful, plus that festive rice!!!
Julie & Alesah
Gourmet Getaways xx
Mmmmm … Julie, it’s so yummy! And yes, I get a little hungry every time I look at these photos, too! It’s really easy, and the simple, pure flavors just shine through! Hope you try it soon – let us know what you think! 😀 ~Gretchen