Description
Baked Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This recipe features tender salmon fillets coated in a caramelized brown sugar glaze, creating an irresistible aroma that makes it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its glossy finish and easy preparation, this dish will impress your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil and place salmon fillets skin-side down.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Generously brush the glaze over each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg