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Baked Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze

Baked Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze for Quick Weeknight Joy

This Baked Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze is a quick and nutritious meal that transforms basic salmon into an irresistible dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or fully thawed frozen
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with maple syrup or honey
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free or coconut aminos for soy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Enhances richness
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
Optional Garnishes
  • Fresh Herbs Parsley or dill
  • Lemon Wedges

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Brush or Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Brush the brown sugar glaze generously over each salmon fillet.
  5. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until opaque and flakes easily.
  6. Broil for the last 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges, if desired, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure salmon is fully thawed for even cooking. Experiment with different sweeteners or spices for variety.

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