Irresistible Christmas Baked Salmon with Honey Glaze Delight

This Christmas Baked Salmon with honey glaze is a festive centerpiece, perfect for holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 22

Resting Time 10

Total Time 42

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

1 side salmon skin on and bones removed
1 teaspoon salt cooking or kosher salt preferred
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

For the Honey Glaze

1/4 cup honey maple syrup can substitute
1/4 cup unsalted butter ghee or margarine works for dairy-free
3 cloves garlic minced

For the Creamy Dill Sauce

1 cup sour cream cream cheese or thick hummus for dairy-free
2 tablespoon fresh dill or chives as substitute
1 medium eschallot finely grated onion can be used

For the Holiday Tapenade

1/2 cup dried cranberries or other dried fruits
1/4 cup orange juice apple juice can substitute
1/4 cup slivered almonds or other nuts, omit for nut allergies
2 tablespoon parsley any fresh herb can substitute

For Garnish

1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
1 tablespoon lemon zest fresh lemon juice for drizzling

Equipment

baking tray
small saucepan
aluminum foil

Method

Preparing the Salmon

Thaw the salmon fillet and pat dry with paper towels. In a saucepan, combine garlic, butter, and honey over low heat. Simmer for 5 minutes until fragrant.
Line a baking tray with foil and place the salmon skin-side down. Pour the honey glaze over and season with salt and pepper.
Wrap the salmon loosely with foil. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 15 minutes.
Remove the foil to broil for 7-10 minutes until caramelized.
Let the salmon rest for 10 minutes, then add the creamy dill sauce and holiday tapenade before garnishing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Make-ahead options include the creamy dill sauce and holiday tapenade, which can be prepared 24 hours in advance.

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