Description
This Holiday Glazed Salmon with Cranberries is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Featuring tender, flaky salmon topped with a rich cranberry glaze, this dish is festive, flavorful, and ideal for special gatherings.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (skin-on) – 1 to 1½ pounds
- Fresh cranberries – 1 cup (or frozen)
- Brown sugar – ½ cup, packed
- Soy sauce – ¼ cup (or tamari for gluten-free)
- Dijon mustard – 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare glaze: In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and olive oil. Stir in cranberries.
- Arrange salmon: Place fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Generously coat with half the glaze.
- Bake salmon: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Broil for caramelization: Drizzle remaining glaze and broil for 2-3 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let rest briefly before garnishing with herbs and serving warm.
Notes
- Serving suggestions: Pair with steamed vegetables, rice pilaf, or mashed potatoes.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- For a lighter glaze, reduce brown sugar to ⅓ cup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g