Description
Looking for an easy recipe that bursts with flavor and comes together quickly? This Cilantro Lime Honey Garlic Salmon is your answer. Perfect for a quick dinner idea or a healthy weeknight meal, this salmon dish delivers a delightful mix of sweet honey, zesty lime, and rich garlic. It’s a light yet satisfying option, ideal for those seeking fresh food ideas with minimal effort. The caramelized glaze and tender fish create a crave-worthy contrast you’ll come back to again and again. Whether you’re planning a healthy snack or looking for a standout dish in your collection of dinner ideas, this recipe fits the bill with ease and elegance.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges and extra cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes.
- Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until just opaque.
- Remove salmon and reduce heat to medium.
- Add honey, lime juice, and garlic to the pan; stir and cook until slightly thickened.
- Stir in cilantro, return salmon to the skillet, and spoon glaze over fillets.
- Let simmer 1 more minute, then serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner