Grilled Honey Balsamic Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Grilled Honey Balsamic Salmon recipe, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Succulent salmon fillets are marinated in a bold mixture of balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and Dijon mustard, then grilled to tender perfection with a caramelized finish. The marinade doubles as a glossy glaze, adding even more flavor with every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for busy evenings or impressing guests at your next backyard barbecue. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with zesty lemon wedges for a vibrant, restaurant-worthy presentation. Perfect for pescatarian diets, healthy dinners, or anyone who loves quick and flavorful seafood recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be your marinade and glaze.

Step 2

Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour about half of the marinade over the salmon, reserving the other half for later as a glaze.

Step 3

Cover the dish or seal the bag and let the salmon marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour for a stronger flavor.

Step 4

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Remove the salmon from the marinade and discard the used marinade. Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if applicable.

Step 6

Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it is cooked to your desired doneness and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7

Meanwhile, heat the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly to form a glaze.

Step 8

Brush the warm glaze over the salmon during the last minute of grilling for extra flavor.

Step 9

Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a minute. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if using, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	699.9 grams (699.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1381

Total Fat 85.20g	109%
Saturated Fat 12.40g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 2897mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 50.90g	19%
Dietary Fiber 6.10g	22%
Total Sugars 43.30g
Protein 105.50g	211%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 56mg	4%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 284mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 14.6%