Description
Succulent maple-glazed salmon dances with zesty pineapple salsa, creating a tropical melody of sweet and tangy flavors. Fresh ingredients and simple techniques bring this culinary masterpiece to your plate, promising a delightful dining experience you’ll savor with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each)
- 1/2 fresh pineapple
Glaze and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Salsa Ingredients:
- 1/2 red onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 lime (juice)
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Whisk maple syrup, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl to create a glossy, aromatic glaze.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure perfect caramelization and even seasoning.
- Marinate salmon in the prepared glaze for 15-20 minutes at room temperature, allowing flavors to penetrate the fish.
- Dice pineapple into small, uniform cubes, removing the tough core and ensuring consistent texture.
- Finely mince red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro for the salsa, removing jalapeño seeds for milder heat.
- Combine diced pineapple, minced onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl, squeeze fresh lime juice, and sprinkle salt to create a vibrant salsa.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F) for optimal salmon cooking.
- Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing with remaining glaze and cooking until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer grilled salmon to serving plates and generously top with fresh pineapple salsa.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.
Notes
- Ensure salmon is patted completely dry to achieve a beautiful caramelized exterior and prevent steaming instead of grilling.
- Marinate salmon at room temperature for even cooking and maximum flavor absorption, but don’t exceed 20 minutes to prevent raw fish breakdown.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity based on personal heat preference, removing seeds for mild salsa or keeping them for extra spiciness.
- Create a gluten-free version by using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce, maintaining the recipe’s delicious flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg