Sweet and Spicy Hot Honey Salmon You’ll Love to Make

This Hot Honey Salmon is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that combines sweet heat with savory salmon, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 2

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets salmon Choose fillets that are about 6 ounces each.
to taste salt
to taste pepper Freshly cracked.

For the Glaze

2 tablespoons hot honey The star of the dish.
2 tablespoons olive oil Use extra virgin for richer flavor.
3 cloves garlic Minced.
1 tablespoon soy sauce Opt for low-sodium.
1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed.

For the Garnish

to taste fresh parsley Chopped.
to taste green onions Chopped.

Equipment

Oven
baking sheet
parchment paper
small bowl
whisk
Brush or Spoon

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk together hot honey, olive oil, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice until well combined.
Lay salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Using a brush or spoon, apply the glaze over the top of each salmon fillet evenly.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Switch the oven to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes for a caramelized finish.
Garnish each fillet with freshly chopped parsley or green onions.
Allow to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic and lemon for the best flavor. Monitor cooking time closely to avoid dryness.

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