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Fresh salmon, pan crisped, then oven roasted to finish – topped with a glaze made from balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, garlic and dijon mustard. Yum!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
You guys, this is a GREAT dinner for date night (or any old night, really). Super simple – which is always the best way, and really good for you. Are you all ready for Valentine’s Day? This Balsamic Glazed Salmon would be really good for tonight!
This is a meal I made for my husband recently – he’s a huge fan of salmon, and I really don’t make it very often. I don’t know why – it’s so easy and super fast! He really enjoys it.
The glaze is pretty easy, just make it while your salmon cooks, and keep it warm, ready for drizzling over the top.
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New to cooking salmon?
Me too, kind of. I’ve made this a few times, and my friends tell me “buy the salmon skin off”. Okay, then! I really like the method of pan crisping (for those lovely brown bits), then finishing off by roasting in the oven. You really don’t want to OVER cook salmon, so do keep an eye on it. Depending on the thickness of your salmon, 5-8 minutes will be perfect in the oven (after crisping). But it’s pretty easy, I promise!
Is salmon good for me?
You betcha it is! It is:
- Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Rich in high-quality protein
- Excellent source of B vitamins
- Good source of Potassium
- May reduce the risk of heart disease
Sign me up!
What shall I make to serve with it?
I served this Balsamic Glazed Salmon with green beans. You could do any vegetable of course – and serve with some rice, quinoa etc – whatever you like! I sometimes make some roasted potatoes alongside it – but that does extend the time in the kitchen. You choose!
Want more dinner ideas? Of course you do!
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- Braised Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes and Leeks
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- Whisky Glazed Pork Tenderloin
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- Crispy Cheddar Cornbread Waffles
How about a decadent dessert? (Why not?!)
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- Toffee Caramel Cheesecake
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- To Die For Triple Chocolate Cheesecake
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- Bailey’s Chocolate Mousse
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- Neapolitan Brownie Cheesecake Bites
Onto the recipe!
Fresh salmon, pan crisped, then oven roasted to finish - topped with a glaze made from balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, garlic and dijon mustard. Yum!
- 2 5oz salmon fillets
- 1.5 Tbs olive oil
- 4 Tbs balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbs maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- Preheat oven to 425F.
Add glaze ingredients to a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat.
Bring to a boil, then simmer 2-3 minutes, or until glaze turns syrupy and glaze-y. Keep warm.
- Meanwhile, heat about 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil in a medium oven-proof pan over medium heat.
Season salmon with salt and pepper on both sides, and add to the hot pan.
Cook 2 minutes on each side (will release easily from pan when ready to flip). Should be a golden brown. on the surface.
Remove from the heat – and place the pan in the preheated oven. Bake 5-8 minutes, or to your liking (will depend on thickness and size of your salmon).
To serve - place a salmon fillet on each plate and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Devour.
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Kate
February 14, 2017 at 10:15 amIt looks so beautiful!
Kylee
February 14, 2017 at 10:46 amThanks, Kate! The Husband loved it!
Megan Marlowe
February 17, 2017 at 11:10 amThis looks delicious and super easy. I don’t eat nearly enough salmon as I should. I just need easier, quicker and more delicious ways of preparing it. This recipe leaves me no excuses!
Stephanie@ApplesforCJ
February 17, 2017 at 12:30 pmI love quick and easy dinners and this recipe would definitely qualify. This is something you really could make any night of the week and not just for special occasions 🙂
Sarah @ Champagne Tastes
February 17, 2017 at 8:50 pmA balsamic glaze on salmon sounds delicious! Btw, if you buy your salmon skin on, then pan sear it skin side down first, the skin will turn crispy and delicious! I always do skin on because the skin is delicious 😀
Veena Azmanov
February 18, 2017 at 5:55 amI think Salmon and balsamic sound like an amazing combination!! I usually love some sesame beens or mashed potatoes with my Salmon.
Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago
February 18, 2017 at 7:11 amThis looks like the perfect quick and easy way to prepare salmon. It sounds like a great weeknight dinner!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy
February 18, 2017 at 7:56 amI love working with salmon. It is such a great fish. It holds it own, and only requires some simple seasonings like you have here. A great balsamic does wonders on so many dishes. Elegant and easy.
Sara @ Modern Little Victories
February 18, 2017 at 10:31 amOh my goodness this looks amazing! So fresh and light and really simple!
Leah
February 18, 2017 at 3:11 pmI love how easy this is, and finishing in the oven makes it even easier! Sounds like the perfect dinner!
Kathy
February 18, 2017 at 3:27 pmoh that glaze! It makes me want to lick the screen! We love salmon and I am always looking for easy and great salmon recipes. This is definitely one I will be making soon. Perfect for special occasions and weeknight meals as it’s so easy to make!
Jessica (Swanky Recipes)
February 18, 2017 at 4:07 pmWith lent just a few weeks away and spring on the horizon, I’m looking forward to eating salmon. I’m always on the search for new recipe ideas for dinner and can’t wait to try this one, yum!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
February 19, 2017 at 6:26 amWe certainly love our wild-caught salmon. We purchase it with the skin on because we grill it. The skin helps to keep it moist. I bet Hubby was happy with the meal. The green beans really compliment the color of the salmon.
valmg @ From Val's Kitchen
February 19, 2017 at 5:26 pmFish dishes are definitely my weakest. Hubby loves fish and I am sure he would enjoy this recipe, and I love how simple it is!
Hanady | Recipe Nomad
February 20, 2017 at 12:33 amThis looks really really good! Balsamic glaze is awesome on everything!
Byron Thomas
February 20, 2017 at 5:45 amLooks great! Now you’ve got me craving salmon. It’s been quite some time since I’ve had salmon. I love the simple, rustic ingredients you’ve used to create such a beautiful dish. Everyone has those things in their pantry already. Love that! Sounds and looks like the perfect dish to share with your hubby.
Natalie | Natalie's Food & Health
February 20, 2017 at 6:32 amSo simple yet so delicious and HEALTHY! Perfect any day dinner if you aske me 😉 Thanks for recipe Kylee.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan
February 20, 2017 at 1:20 pmSimple recipes with few ingredients are the most delicious ones. I love the balsamic glaze. I have just recently started using balsamic in my recipes and I have to admit that I am addicted to its flavors. I almost always use mustard with balsamic and simply love it.
Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery
February 20, 2017 at 1:47 pmSalmon is one of my least favorite fishes, but it’s SO healthy, we’ve been eating a lot lately. So good for little toddler brain development! I’m always looking for new methods, so I will definitely give this a try.
Daniela Anderson
February 21, 2017 at 7:42 pmYum indeed! Salmon is by far my favourite fish, not only for its great flavour, but also because it can be cooked in no time. Excellent glaze, it goes so well with salmon, and those greens on the plate make the dish absolutely beautiful. I’d have it anytime!
Molly Kumar
February 21, 2017 at 10:38 pmThis looks delicious Kylee. I love Salmon anI love recipes that bring out more of the Salmon flavor. This is so easy to make and the side of beans complement it nicely.