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Pineapple Glazed Salmon

Pineapple Glazed Salmon: Sweet, Savory, and So Simple

Pineapple Glazed Salmon is a sweet and savory dish that transforms dinner into a gourmet experience without the fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon opt for high-quality, wild-caught
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for greasing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Pineapple Glaze
  • 1 cup Pineapple fresh or canned, diced and well-drained
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce gluten-free if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can substitute with apple cider or white wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Fresh Ginger optional
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger until smooth.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry, rub with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Place the salmon skin-side down in the baking dish with space between each piece.
  5. Pour two-thirds of the glaze over the salmon and scatter pineapple chunks around it.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Broil for 1-2 minutes for caramelization, watching closely to prevent burning.
  8. Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider pairing with jasmine rice or a garden salad for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

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