Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon

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This Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon is simple yet impressive, and tastes absolutely divine!! It’s zesty, sweet, savory, and flaky. It comes together in about 30 minutes.

Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon Recipe

If you are looking for a dish that impresses and is totally delicious this Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon recipe is for you! Easy and quick to make, and most importantly, full of flavor in every bite.

We eat plenty of salmon around here, it’s not only super easy to prepare, but it’s also healthy and flavorful. This particular glaze is our favorite. The bourbon and cranberry juice provide a delicious tang that balances out the sweetness of honey. A bit of Paprika amps up the flavor profile, adding an irresistible smoky touch.

This Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon comes together in about 30 minutes; it’s zesty, sweet, savory, and flaky.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO MAKE CRANBERRY HONEY GLAZED SALMON?

• 4 salmon fillets (about 1.5 lb | 6 oz each fillet)
• Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
• Home cranberry sauce (see ingredients below)
• Dill to garnish (optional)

HOW TO MAKE CRANBERRY HONEY GLAZED SALMON

1. Prepare the marinade/sauce.
2. Marinate the salmon fillets with half of the sauce
3. Bake the salmon.
4. Reduce the other half of the sauce over the stove while the salmon is in the oven.
5. Smother the cooked salmon with the reduced sauce, garnish and serve immediately.

THE BEST SALMON TO BUY

I personally prefer fresh salmon, but frozen salmon will work fine. Keep in mind that frozen salmon is good for up to four months and needs to be properly defrosted overnight in the refrigerator. If possible, choose wild salmon over farmed.

BEST SAUCE FOR SALMON

My family’s favorite sauce is Cranberry Honey! This sauce is really a great match for the salmon since its zesty- sweet flavor balances out the strong salmon taste.

To make Cranberry Honey Sauce you will need: 

• Honey
• Low sodium soy sauce
• Cranberry juice
• Bourbon (optional)
• Smoked Paprika
• Garlic

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF SALMON IS DONE?

Salmon does not require a long cooking time. Aim for 4-6 minutes per half-inch of thickness. So, since most fillets are about 1-inch thick start checking for doneness around eight minutes. When the fish starts to flake easily with a fork and looks opaque, it’s ready! You can also check the internal temperature, when it reaches 145°F, which should be measured at the thickest part of the fillet, the salmon is ready.

WHAT IS A GOOD SIDE DISH WITH SALMON?

I love to serve salmon with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables. Of course, a chilled glass of white wine would be a perfect fit for this amazing salmon dish.

LOOKING FOR MORE SALMON RECIPES?

• Easy Teriyaki Salmon
• Easy Eggless Salmon Patties
• Skinny Glazed Salmon
• Salmon with Roasted Tomatoes and Corn
• Sheet Pan Mustard Salmon Dinner

This Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon is simple yet impressive, and tastes absolutely divine!!

It would make a phenomenal, NO-FUSS, meal for the holidays, dinner parties, or date night in.

Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon

This Cranberry Honey Glazed Salmon is simple yet impressive, and tastes absolutely divine!! It's zesty, sweet, savory, and flaky. It comes together in about 30 minutes. 

3.75 from 31 votes

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  

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• 4 salmon fillets (about 1.5 lb | 6 oz each fillets)
• Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
• ½ cup fresh cranberries (optional)
• Dill to garnish (optional)

Cranberry Honey Marinade/Sauce:

• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup cranberry juice
• 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
• 1 teaspoon smoked Paprika
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

 

• In a small bowl whisk together the honey, soy sauce, cranberry juice, bourbon (if using), paprika, and garlic.
• Place the salmon fillets in a large zipped-top bag. Pour half of this sauce over the salmon fillets, coating them thoroughly. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or up to 2 hours.
• Preheat oven to 400° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
• Remove salmon fillets from the marinade and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Discard the marinade.
• Bake for 10 – 15 minutes, or until completely cooked to your liking.
• Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: Place the remaining marinade/sauce and fresh cranberries (if using) into a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low-medium and allow to simmer for 5 - 8 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced into a glaze.
• Remove salmon from the oven and drizzle the sauce over the salmon.
• Garnish with dill and serve.

Oriana's Notes

 

Store cooled salmon in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. It can be gently reheated in the microwave.

 

THE BEST SALMON TO BUY

I personally prefer fresh salmon, but frozen salmon will work fine. Keep in mind that frozen salmon is good for up to four months and needs to be properly defrosted overnight in the refrigerator. If possible, choose wild salmon over farmed.

 

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF SALMON IS DONE?

Salmon does not require a long cooking time. Aim for 4-6 minutes per half-inch of thickness. So, since most fillets are about 1-inch thick start checking for doneness around eight minutes. When the fish starts to flake easily with a fork and looks opaque, it’s ready! You can also check the internal temperature, when it reaches 145°F, which should be measured at the thickest part of the fillet, the salmon is ready.

 

Looking for more salmon recipes?

Easy Teriyaki Salmon

Easy Eggless Salmon Patties

Skinny Glazed Salmon

Salmon with Roasted Tomatoes and Corn

Sheet Pan Mustard Salmon Dinner

 

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Please note that nutritional information is a rough estimate and it can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 35gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 785mgPotassium: 921mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 314IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 2mg

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Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Calories 373

Keyword cranberry salmon

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Originally posted December 2016, photos replaced in November 2019 and post content edited to add more helpful information, no change to the recipe.