Honey Garlic Salmon with Roasted Broccoli: A Sweet and Savory Harmony
This recipe for Honey Garlic Salmon with Roasted Broccoli is a sweet and savory harmony that will tantalize your taste buds. The salmon is brushed with a honey garlic glaze and roasted to perfection, while the broccoli is roasted until tender and slightly charred. The result is a flavorful and healthy meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.
The inspiration for this recipe came to me one night when I was trying to figure out what to make for dinner. I had some salmon in the fridge, and I was craving something sweet and savory. I started to think about what flavors would go well with salmon, and I came up with the idea of a honey garlic glaze. I also decided to roast some broccoli to add some vegetables to the meal. The result was a delicious and satisfying dish that I've been making ever since.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
1 pound salmon fillets, skinless and boneless
1 tablespoon avocado oil
2 tablespoons honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup broccoli florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
Brush salmon fillets with avocado oil and season with salt and pepper.
Place salmon on the prepared baking sheet.
In a separate bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread broccoli evenly on the baking sheet around the salmon.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and broccoli is tender.
Drizzle honey garlic glaze over salmon and broccoli.
Serve immediately.
Why It Works
The honey garlic glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
The salmon is cooked to perfection, so it is flaky and moist.
The broccoli is roasted until tender and slightly charred, which gives it a delicious flavor.
This dish is easy to make and can be on the table in under 30 minutes.