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Honey Garlic Salmon with Greens

Sweet and sticky honey garlic salmon with a caramelized glaze, served with simple steamed greens for a healthy, quick dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Keyword: dinner recipe, easy dinner recipe, fish recipe, quick dinner recipe, salmon dish, salmon recipe, weeknight dinner recipes
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Steamer basket or pot with lid

Ingredients

For the Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Glaze:

  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Greens:

  • 4 cups fresh greens spinach, kale, or green beans

Instructions

  • Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes until skin is crispy.
  • Flip salmon and brush with the honey garlic glaze. Cook for another 4–5 minutes, basting occasionally, until salmon is cooked through and glaze is caramelized.
  • While salmon cooks, steam the greens until just tender, about 3–5 minutes.
  • Serve salmon over or alongside steamed greens, spooning extra glaze on top.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Reheating: Warm gently in a skillet or microwave, adding a splash of water or lemon juice to keep salmon moist if needed.
Top Tips: Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure crispy skin on each fillet. Mix the glaze ingredients ahead of time for quick assembly. Adjust the honey and lemon balance to suit your taste.