Christmas Salmon Delight: Pomegranate Glaze That Impresses
A festive dish combining succulent salmon with a tangy pomegranate glaze, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets salmon
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine pomegranate juice, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the glaze thickens.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet and brush with the glaze.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and parsley before serving.
Notes
- For additional flavor, marinate the salmon in the glaze for 30 minutes before baking.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg