Description
Cilantro Lime Honey Garlic Salmon is a vibrant dish that combines the fresh, zesty flavors of lime, sweet honey, and aromatic cilantro. This quick and easy recipe transforms tender salmon fillets into a delightful meal, perfect for brightening any occasion. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, each bite offers a tantalizing balance of sweetness and tanginess that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
- Fresh salmon fillets
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice
- Honey
- Garlic cloves
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and olive oil until well combined.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet and drizzle half of the marinade over them. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Five minutes before it's done, drizzle with the remaining marinade and turn on the broiler for a caramelized finish.
- Serve garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges alongside rice or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg