Honey Pineapple Salmon
Elevate your dinner with our Honey Pineapple Salmon recipe, a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish features tender salmon glazed with a luscious marinade of honey, pineapple, and garlic, creating a tropical feast that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and impressively vibrant on any table. Serve it alongside rice, quinoa, or fresh greens for a well-rounded meal that brings sunshine to your plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-pound slab of salmon
- 14-ounce can of pineapple tidbits or rings
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1–2 large garlic cloves (minced)
- Seasonings: sea salt, smoked paprika, white pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Pat the salmon dry and cut it in half; line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
- Arrange pineapple on the foil, then place salmon on top.
- Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl and coat the salmon evenly; marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Let rest for ten minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 ounces (170g)
- Calories: 316
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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