Rosemary Balsamic Salmon

Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Rosemary Balsamic Salmon, a perfect blend of elegance and simplicity. This recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets infused with a rich marinade of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, fresh rosemary, honey, and garlic, delivering a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors. Each fillet is pan-seared until perfectly golden, then garnished with fresh lemon slices for a zesty, aromatic finish. Ready in under 30 minutes (plus marinating time), this dish is ideal for busy nights but impressive enough for entertaining. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Packed with Omega-3s and bursting with flavor, this balsamic salmon recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on)
• 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Fresh rosemary
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 piece Lemon (sliced for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and fresh rosemary. Combine well to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, making sure the fillets are well coated. Let the salmon marinate in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.

Step 3

Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the pan with a drizzle of olive oil.

Step 4

Remove the salmon from the marinade, letting any excess marinade drip off, and place the fillets skin-side down in the pan.

Step 5

Cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking to ensure the salmon remains tender and juicy.

Step 6

While the salmon cooks, you can optionally reduce the remaining marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened (if desired, ensure the marinade was not in contact with raw salmon).

Step 7

Transfer the cooked salmon to a serving plate. Optionally drizzle the reduced marinade over the fillets for added flavor.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh lemon slices and additional rosemary sprigs. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	516.1 grams (516.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1196

Total Fat 80.10g	103%
Saturated Fat 16.80g	84%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 252mg	84%
Sodium 2612mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 28.60g	10%
Dietary Fiber 0.60g	2%
Total Sugars 24.70g
Protein 88.90g	178%

Vitamin D 2104IU	10520%
Calcium 72mg	6%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 1608mg	34%

*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: 60.5%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 9.6%