Honey Pineapple Salmon
A bright, sweet-savory dish that combines salmon with a delicious honey and pineapple marinade, ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced Can substitute with drained canned pineapple.
- 1/4 cup honey Any mild honey works.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Provides aroma and flavor.
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated Can substitute with ground ginger.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Helps prevent sticking during cooking.
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
For Garnish
- to taste Fresh herbs (like cilantro or parsley) Optional, for garnish.
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Use fresh or thawed frozen salmon.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the salmon fillets in a dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
Cooking
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and grill or bake for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flaky.
- Serve the salmon garnished with fresh herbs, alongside rice, grilled veggies, or a mango salad.
Notes
You can prep the marinade in advance. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out the fish.