Broiled Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
274 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Broiled Salmon
Description
The Broiled Salmon recipe combines key ingredients like brown sugar and soy sauce for a subtle sweetness and umami flavor, while lemon juice and zest brighten the dish. Fresh parsley and thyme contribute herbal freshness. The salmon fillets are coated with this mixture and broiled, which cooks the fish from above, resulting in a nicely browned surface and a moist interior. This method preserves the salmon's natural texture and enhances its flavor with minimal effort.
The recipe suggests garnishing with additional parsley and lemon wedges, which can be squeezed on top to add acidity just before eating. This salmon can be served alongside vegetables, rice, or salad to make a balanced meal. The relatively simple ingredient list makes it accessible to cooks looking to prepare seafood without complex steps.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon 4-6 ounces each, fillets
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons parsley plus more for garnish, chopped, fresh
- 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme fresh leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- lemon wedges for serving
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Place the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper and garlic in a bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Add the salmon, toss to coat evenly.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared sheet pan.
- Broil for 10-15 minutes or until salmon is browned and opaque.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 274kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 592mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 565mg | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 95IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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