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Pineapple Glazed Salmon

Pineapple Glazed Salmon: A Tropical Twist on Dinner

This Pineapple Glazed Salmon recipe is a delightful marriage of tropical flavors and flaky salmon, perfect for dinner any night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Wild-caught varieties recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best results.
For the Pineapple Glaze
  • 1 cup Pineapple Fresh or canned, drained well.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Optional, fresh ginger recommended.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, to garnish.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and optional grated ginger.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry and rub with olive oil, seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  4. Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down in the greased baking dish.
  5. Spoon two-thirds of the glaze over the salmon and scatter diced pineapple around the fillets.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  7. Optionally broil for an extra 1-2 minutes for added caramelization.
  8. Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with steamed asparagus or a simple garden salad for a balanced meal.

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