Description
A deliciously unique recipe combining salmon with sweet pineapple for a savory and tangy dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Marinate the salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and pour half of the marinade over them. Let sit for 10-15 minutes (optional but recommended).
- Bake: Arrange pineapple chunks around the salmon. Bake for 15-18 minutes, depending on thickness, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Broil for caramelization (optional): Turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze slightly.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve warm with rice, quinoa, or steamed veggies.
Notes
- Grilled Version: Instead of baking, grill the salmon over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side.
- Extra Glaze: Simmer the remaining marinade in a saucepan for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Drizzle over the salmon before serving.
- Spicy Kick: Add sriracha or extra red pepper flakes for more heat.
- Vegetable Add-Ins: Bake with bell peppers, asparagus, or zucchini for a one-pan meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with pineapple
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 68mg