Hot Honey Lemon Glazed Salmon

Cory Simpson

Hot Honey Lemon Glazed Salmon

Tender oven-baked salmon glazed with hot honey, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a spoonful of mayo for a thick, sticky glaze that clings perfectly.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4

Calories: 417

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Salmon

1 salmon filet about 1.5-2 pounds
lemon slices for serving optional

Hot Honey Lemon Glaze

1/4 cup honey (hot honey)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt

Method

Preheat oven:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Make the glaze:

In a small bowl whisk together the hot honey, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, mayonnaise, garlic, smoked paprika (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Prep the salmon:

Pat the salmon dry and place it skin-side down on the baking sheet.

Glaze the salmon:

Spoon or brush the glaze evenly over the top of the salmon.

Bake:

Bake for 12–18 minutes, depending on thickness, or until the internal temperature reaches about 130°F in the thickest part.

Optional broil:

For caramelized edges, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end. Watch closely so it doesn’t burn.

Serve:

Serve immediately with lemon slices and an extra drizzle of hot honey if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 34gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 266mgPotassium: 859mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 319IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

I recommend using a thermometer and pulling salmon at 130°F for the best juicy texture.
The mayo helps thicken the glaze so it sticks better while baking.
Cook time varies depending on the thickness of your salmon fillet.
Substitute hot honey for regular honey to make it more kid friendly.

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