The perfect salmon marinade packed with flavors of garlic, soy, honey, and lemon. This marinade is quick to make and guarantees tender, juicy salmon every time!
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Calories: 245 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt.
- Marinate the Salmon:
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, ensuring all fillets are evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes.
- Cook the Salmon:
- Preheat your grill, skillet, or oven to medium heat (about 375°F).
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade.
- Grill or cook the salmon for 6–8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Serve:
- Transfer the salmon to a serving plate. Garnish with lemon slices or fresh herbs, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Protein: 23 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Sugar: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Potassium: 430 mg
- Vitamin A: 120 IU
- Vitamin C: 4 mg
- Calcium: 15 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
Notes
- You can marinate for up to 2 hours, but avoid over-marinating as the acid can break down the fish.
- Try swapping honey with maple syrup for a different flavor twist.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise cooking to avoid overcooking.