Description
Pomegranate Glazed Salmon is a dazzling dish that combines the rich flavor of tender salmon with a sweet-tart pomegranate glaze. Perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions, this recipe elevates your dining experience with vibrant colors and irresistible aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (100% pure)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds for garnish
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the pomegranate juice, honey, garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour half of the marinade over the fillets; let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Bake salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until it flakes easily but remains moist.
- Brush cooked salmon with remaining marinade; optionally broil briefly for caramelization.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg