Hot Honey Glazed Salmon

The most flavorful Hot Honey Glazed Salmon that is tender, flaky and coated in a sweet and savory homemade hot honey sauce. This simple healthy recipe easily comes together in under 20 minutes!

If you love a good salmon recipe, then look no further. This Hot Honey Glazed Salmon is sweet and savory with the perfect amount of heat that gives this salmon the best flavor! The perfect recipe for those busy weeknights when you want something quick, but dinner-worthy. I like to pair this salmon with rice, roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a delicious, healthy meal that feels indulgent, but really is simple to make!

Why You’ll Love This

Quick and easy – this baked salmon recipe easily comes together in under 20 minutes using simple pantry ingredients. One of our go-to recipes for the weeknights.

Healthy – salmon is packed with protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fats making this a nourishing meal that feels elevated and indulgent.

Versatile – this hot honey salmon pairs well with so many sides like roasted vegetables, green beans, rice or a side salad.

Great for meal prep – leftovers reheat beautifully and can be served on salads, grain bowls or wraps the next day.

Ingredients

salmon – you’ll want four 6 oz evenly sized filets of wild salmon with the skin on. I usually get my salmon fresh from the grocer, but feel free to use frozen filets too. Just make sure the salmon is thawed if you are using frozen filets.

olive oil – I like to use a good olive oil that doesn’t have to be expensive, just make sure it’s cold-pressed and organic for the most flavor.

honey – adds sweetness to the sauce without using refined sugars, and makes a nice glaze. Feel free to use maple syrup or other natural sweetener in place of the honey.

soy sauce – I always use lower sodium soy sauce as I personally think regular soy sauce is just too salty for my taste. You can also use tamari or coconut aminos to make this gluten-free.

apple cider vinegar – the acidity really helps to balance out the sweetness of the honey, you could also use rice vinegar or white wine vinegar.

garlic – you can use fresh chopped cloves garlic or minced garlic from the jar.

seasonings – combination of paprika, chili powder, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper.

green onions – the perfect garnish to top the salmon that adds color and flavor.

How to Make Hot Honey Garlic Salmon

Prepare the salmon. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and let the salmon come to room temperature. Pat dry with paper towels and arrange salmon filets skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed with nonstick spray.

Season salmon. Brush the salmon with olive oil and evenly season with salt, pepper, paprika and chili powder.

Make the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to medium low and simmer for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until sauce has thickened.

Coat the salmon. Top the salmon with half of the hot honey glaze, reserving the rest of the sauce for later.

Bake salmon. Bake in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, adding more glaze on top of the salmon halfway through. Salmon is cooked when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should read 125-130 degrees F for medium and 140 degrees F for fully cooked salmon.

Serve and enjoy! Remove from oven and top with any remaining glaze right before serving. I also like to sprinkle green onions and sesame seeds on top.

Tips for Making the Best Salmon

Pat the salmon dry – drying the surface of the salmon helps the seasoning stick and prevents excess moisture from diluting the sauce.

Use even-sized filets – similar thickness ensures that the salmon cooks evenly. If one piece is thinner, just make sure to check it early.

Bake at high heat – cooking the salmon at 400 degrees F is ideal as it cooks the salmon quickly without drying it out.

Don’t overcook – this tends to be the biggest mistake people make. Salmon continues to cook slightly after it comes out of the oven so remove it when it is just barely opaque in the center for the most tender texture.

Let the salmon rest – allowing the moist salmon to rest briefly keeps it juicy and flavorful.

Prepping and Storage

Leftover salmon can be stored in a sealed, airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. To reheat, you can either warm in the oven at 300 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes or reheat in the microwave until warmed through. This leftover salmon would also taste great cold over a salad!

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Chili Lime Salmon with Mango Salsa

Ginger Basil Salmon in Foil

Chimichurri Baked Salmon

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