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Christmas Baked Salmon


  • Author: chef-joudia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A warm and festive baked salmon recipe with a honey-garlic glaze, topped with cranberries and a creamy dill sauce.


Ingredients

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  • Salmon fillets
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup Cream
  • 2 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Pomegranate seeds
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, and melted butter; stir until smooth.
  3. Place salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet and pat dry.
  4. Brush honey-garlic-butter mixture generously over salmon.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. While the salmon is baking, prepare the creamy dill sauce by mixing cream, chopped dill, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  7. Serve the baked salmon topped with cranberry-pomegranate mixture and a drizzle of creamy dill sauce.

Notes

Use fresh butter and herbs for the best flavor. Leftovers can be flaked into salads or reheated gently.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: salmon, baked salmon, festive recipes, holiday cooking, easy recipes