Are you ready to transform an ordinary dinner into a gourmet experience that's both incredibly delicious and surprisingly simple? This Honey Lemon Glazed Salmon Salad is about to become your new obsession - a perfect harmony of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that will elevate your home cooking game in just 35 minutes. Imagine perfectly baked salmon with a golden, glossy glaze sitting atop a fresh, crisp salad that looks like it came straight from a high-end restaurant kitchen!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure crisp exterior.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet and brush generously with the honey-lemon glaze.
- Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, brushing with additional glaze halfway through cooking.
- While salmon bakes, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, sliced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion in a large serving bowl.
- Toast chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Remove salmon from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
- Plate the mixed greens and top with baked salmon fillets.
- Sprinkle toasted walnuts over the salad and drizzle with any remaining honey-lemon glaze.
- Serve immediately while salmon is warm and salad is fresh.
Tips
- Always pat your salmon fillets completely dry before glazing to ensure a crisp, caramelized exterior.
- Use fresh, high-quality honey and freshly squeezed lemon juice for the most vibrant flavor.
- Don't overcook the salmon - it should be just opaque and flake easily, which typically takes 12-15 minutes.
- Toast the walnuts carefully and watch them closely to prevent burning, as they can go from perfectly toasted to burnt very quickly.
- Let the salmon rest for a few minutes after cooking to help retain its moisture and make it even more tender.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs like dill or chives on top before serving.
- If you prefer a more intense glaze, you can reduce the honey-lemon mixture in a small saucepan before brushing on the salmon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 90mg
