Sweet Honey Pineapple Salmon

 

🍍🐟 Honey Pineapple Salmon – Sweet, Tangy & Irresistible!

Golden seared salmon glazed in a tropical honey-pineapple sauce — this dish is light, flavorful, and packed with feel-good goodness. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing your guests with minimal effort! 😍

🛒 Ingredients

↪️For the Salmon:

◾️4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)

◾️Salt & pepper, to taste

◾️1 tbsp olive oil

◾️1 tbsp fresh lime juice (optional, for tang)

↪️For the Honey Pineapple Glaze:

◾️½ cup fresh pineapple, finely chopped (or canned, crushed)

◾️2 tbsp honey (raw or mild preferred)

◾️1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

◾️1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional, for tang)

◾️1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or ½ tsp ground ginger)

◾️1 clove garlic, minced

◾️½ tsp chili flakes or pinch of cayenne (optional, for heat)

◾️1 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

✅️ Step 1: Prep the Salmon

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

Optionally drizzle with lime juice for brightness.

✅️ Step 2: Make the Glaze

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine pineapple, honey, soy sauce, Dijon, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes.

Simmer for 5–7 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Taste and adjust sweetness or saltiness as needed.

(Blend for a smoother glaze if preferred.)

✅️ Step 3: Cook the Salmon

In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Sear salmon skin-side down for 2–3 minutes until crisp.

Flip, spoon glaze on top, and transfer to oven.

Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C).

(Or finish on stovetop covered for 5–7 minutes if not using oven.)

✅️ Step 4: Serve

Plate salmon and drizzle with extra glaze.

Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Serve with lime wedges if desired.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

Pair it with jasmine rice, coconut quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a tropical twist!

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15–20 mins | Serves: 4