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Pineapple Glazed Salmon

Pineapple Glazed Salmon: Sweet and Savory Perfection at Home

This Pineapple Glazed Salmon recipe offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a perfect dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Choose wild-caught for the richest flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For greasing and seasoning the salmon.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked for a richer taste.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Pineapple Fresh or canned, well-drained.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use fresh for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Fresh Ginger Optional, enhances the glaze.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnishing.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together light brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry, rub with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  5. Pour two-thirds of the glaze over the salmon and arrange diced pineapple around the fillets.
  6. Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.
  7. For a caramelized finish, broil the salmon for 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
  8. Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, garnishing with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with jasmine rice or steamed asparagus for a nutritious meal that the whole family will love.

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