Description
Cranberry Orange Glazed Salmon is a delightful dish that marries the sweetness of cranberries with the zesty brightness of oranges, creating a glaze that elevates tender salmon fillets to gourmet status. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe takes under 30 minutes to prepare and cook, filling your kitchen with an inviting aroma. The succulent salmon, coated in a vibrant sauce, is not only mouthwatering but also packed with omega-3 fatty acids, making it a nutritious choice for you and your loved ones. Serve it alongside quinoa, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (fresh or frozen)
- Fresh cranberries
- Freshly squeezed orange juice
- Honey
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Cook until the cranberries soften (about 5-7 minutes), then remove from heat.
- Place salmon on the baking sheet, season with salt and pepper, and spoon the glaze over the fillets.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle any remaining glaze over before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg