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Close-up of perfectly cooked Honey Glazed Salmon fillets, glistening with sauce and topped with fresh parsley.

Easy Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic and Lemon

This honey glazed salmon is a simple yet flavorful main dish featuring tender oven-baked salmon coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce with fresh lemon. It delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory while staying light and nutrient-rich, making it ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry and season lightly with salt and black pepper. Place them skin side down on the baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  4. Spoon half of the sauce evenly over the salmon fillets.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  6. While the salmon cooks, pour the remaining sauce into a small saucepan over medium heat.
  7. In a separate small bowl mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the saucepan. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.
  8. Remove salmon from the oven and brush with the thickened glaze.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
  10. Cook salmon to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for safe consumption.

Notes

Serve with steamed vegetables or brown rice for a balanced meal.