Description
Pomegranate and Orange Glazed Salmon is a vibrant, elegant dish featuring tender roasted salmon topped with a sweet-tart glaze made from fresh pomegranate juice and bright citrus.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp grated orange zest
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper and place them on the baking sheet.
- In a small saucepan, combine pomegranate juice, orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and orange zest.
- Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Brush half of the glaze over the salmon fillets.
- Bake salmon for 12–15 minutes, brushing with additional glaze halfway through.
- Remove from oven and drizzle remaining glaze over the salmon.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker glaze, simmer longer until it coats the back of a spoon.
- Pairs well with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.
- Use fresh pomegranate juice for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean