Easy Cranberry-Orange Glazed Salmon Recipe with Bold Zesty Flavor

This Cranberry-Orange Glazed Salmon recipe features a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, elevating your dining experience.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon fresh, wild-caught if possible
1 teaspoon Salt to taste
1 teaspoon Black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons Olive oil for cooking

For the Cranberry-Orange Glaze

2 cups Fresh cranberries essential for the glaze
1/2 cup Fresh orange juice adds brightness
1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup natural sweetness
2 cloves Garlic minced
2 tablespoons Soy sauce adds umami

Optional Garnishes and Sides

1 tablespoon Fresh orange zest for garnish
2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

large skillet
Small saucepan

Method

Cooking Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat salmon dry, season both sides with salt and pepper.
Place fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until skin turns crispy and golden brown.
Turn fillets over carefully and cook 2–3 minutes more until salmon reaches 125°F for medium-rare.
In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, fresh orange juice, honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer 5–7 minutes until thick.
Spoon warm glaze over each fillet in the skillet, cooking 1 minute more for an even, glossy coating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add optional garnishes of orange zest and chopped parsley for enhanced flavor and presentation.

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