Honey Pineapple Salmon
Tropical Bliss: Honey Glazed Pineapple Salmon
Ingredients:
1 (3-pound) salmon fillet, cut in half
1 (14-ounce) can pineapple tidbits or rings, cut into smaller pieces (reserve some for topping)
1/4 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 and 1/2 tablespoons honey
1 to 2 large garlic cloves, minced
3 to 4 fresh mint leaves, chopped (for garnish)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
Pat the salmon dry and cut into two even pieces.
Arrange pineapple rings on a lined baking sheet, placing salmon on top.
Mix pineapple, butter, sesame oil, lemon juice, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and salt to create the marinade.
Cover salmon with marinade, letting it sit for 15-30 minutes in the fridge.
Bake for 40 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Rest for 10 minutes before garnishing with fresh mint.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 60 minutes
Kcal: 809 kcal | Servings: 4 servings