**Balsamic Salmon: A Culinary Journey of Sweet, Savory, and Succulent Flavors**
Balsamic salmon is a delectable dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. This culinary masterpiece is crafted by marinating succulent salmon fillets in a luscious blend of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, herbs, and spices, then roasting them to perfection. The result is a dish that boasts a gorgeous caramelized exterior and a tender, flaky interior that melts in your mouth. This article presents a collection of balsamic salmon recipes that cater to diverse culinary preferences and skill levels, ensuring that every home cook can embark on a delightful culinary journey. From classic balsamic salmon to innovative variations featuring honey, garlic, and citrus, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.
BALSAMIC-GLAZED SALMON FILLETS
A glaze featuring balsamic vinegar, garlic, honey, white wine and Dijon mustard makes baked salmon fillets extraordinary.
Provided by ISYBEL
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Baked Salmon Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Coat a small saucepan with non-stick cooking spray. Over medium heat, cook and stir garlic until soft, about 3 minutes. Mix in white wine, honey, balsamic vinegar, mustard, and salt and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for about 3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Arrange salmon fillets on foil-lined baking sheet. Brush fillets with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with oregano.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 14 minutes, or until flesh flakes easily with a fork. Brush fillets with remaining glaze, and season with salt and pepper. Use a spatula to transfer fillets to serving platter, leaving the skin behind on the foil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 83.8 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 171.2 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
BALSAMIC-GLAZED SALMON
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the glaze: In a small saucepan, bring the vinegar, maple syrup, mustard and garlic to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until thick, about 12 minutes. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
- For the salmon: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the salmon on the baking sheet. Drizzle both sides of the salmon with the olive oil and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
- For the vegetables: In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cook until the shallots are softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Add the edamame and snap peas and cook until warmed through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide the vegetable mixture among 4 serving plates. Top with a piece of salmon and drizzle with the glaze.
SALMON WITH BALSAMIC-HONEY GLAZE
Look no further-you've just found the first, last and only way you'll ever want to fix salmon again. The sweet and tangy flavors blend beautifully in this easy-to-remember recipe. -Mary Lou Timpson, Centennial Park, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the first 6 ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until thickened., Place salmon skin side down on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spoon glaze over salmon; top with oregano., Bake, uncovered, at 400° until fish flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BALSAMIC-SALMON SPINACH SALAD
This spinach salad is really healthy and super fast. It's an absolute cinch to make after a long workday. -Karen Schlyter, Calgary, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drizzle salmon with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette. Place on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Cut salmon into 2 pieces., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss spinach with remaining vinaigrette. Divide between 2 plates. Top with the salmon, avocado, walnuts, sunflower kernels and cranberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BALSAMIC-GLAZED SALMON
Rich in omega-3s, this tender salmon boasts a delicious blend of flavors with just a touch of balsamic vinegar. -Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; coat foil with cooking spray. Set aside., In a small saucepan, saute garlic in oil until tender. Stir in vinegar, mustard, wine, honey, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 3-5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Set aside 2 tablespoons for basting., Place fillets on prepared pan. Brush with sauce and sprinkle with oregano. Bake, uncovered, 15-18 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Brush with reserved sauce before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.
SEARED SALMON WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
Along with tuna and swordfish, salmon is considered a "red meat" of the fish world, and it can stand up to strong flavors like balsamic vinegar. Here we reduce the vinegar to a glaze, tempering the sharpness of the acid. The tangy sauce that results bring out the sweetness of the crisp-crusted salmon.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir together vinegar, water, lemon juice, and brown sugar in a small bowl. Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat but not smoking. Increase heat to high, add salmon skin side up, and sear until well browned, about 4 minutes. Turn fish over and sear until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes more. Transfer salmon to plates and carefully add vinegar mixture to skillet (liquid will bubble vigorously and steam). Simmer, stirring, until thickened and reduced to about 1/3 cup, about 2 minutes. Spoon glaze over salmon.
ROASTED SALMON WITH SAUTEED BALSAMIC SPINACH
This is my favorite way to eat salmon. It is healthy, affordable, fast and delicious. -Susan Hall, Sparks, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. Rub 1 teaspoon oil over both sides of salmon; sprinkle with seafood seasoning and pepper. Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; roast until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-12 minutes., Meanwhile, place remaining oil, garlic and pepper flakes in a 6-qt. stockpot; heat over medium-low heat until garlic is softened, 3-4 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high. Add spinach; cook and stir until wilted, 3-4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; heat through. Divide among four serving dishes., In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil. Cook until vinegar is reduced by half, 2-3 minutes. Immediately remove from heat., To serve, place salmon over spinach mixture. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROAST SALMON WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
These simple and few ingredients make for quick but elegant entertaining. The final broiling caramelizes the sugar to give the salmon its attractive, mildly sweet glaze.
Provided by cdagirl
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Salmon Fillet Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk together the brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, rosemary, garlic, and pepper in a large bowl. Reserve 1 tablespoon of marinade in a small bowl, and set aside. Add the salmon and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Remove the salmon from the marinade, and shake off excess. Place salmon in an aluminum foil-lined baking dish, and sprinkle with salt.
- Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Roast in the preheated oven until the fish is easily flaked with a fork, about 10 minutes. Brush salmon with the reserved marinade, and return to the oven. Roast until glazed, about 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 375.8 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
SALMON WITH BALSAMIC ORANGE SAUCE
Preparing this fish is so easy that you can enjoy it on busy weeknights. You will want to serve it all the time. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place salmon in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a small bowl, mix orange zest, vinegar, honey and salt; spread over fillets., Roast 15-18 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, mix cornstarch and orange juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in honey, vinegar and salt; serve with salmon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SEARED SALMON WITH BALSAMIC SAUCE
A friend gave me this quick and easy approach to salmon. It has a mildly sweet sauce and is such a hit that I've passed it to other fish fans. -Trish Horton, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle salmon with salt. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Place salmon in skillet, skin side up; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove from pan; keep warm., In same skillet, combine water, vinegar, lemon juice and brown sugar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1/3 cup, stirring occasionally. Serve salmon with sauce; sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
OVEN ROASTED SALMON WITH BALSAMIC SAUCE
Roasting is one of the fastest and easiest ways to prepare salmon. Stir up this simple sauce and enjoy!
Provided by Lorrie in Montreal
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Line a baking sheet or shallow baking dish with foil.
- Place the salmon fillet or steaks skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Stir together the sauce ingredients and spoon or spread the mixture over the salmon.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 11-12 minutes per inch, until the fish flakes with a fork.
- Use a thin spatula to remove the fish from the pan, and try to leave the skin behind on the foil.
- Serve immediately.
MAPLE-BALSAMIC GLAZED SALMON
For when you need to impress but are short on time, our sweet and savory salmon fillets can be on the table in just 20 minutes.
Provided by By Paula Jones
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper or silicone baking mat. Place salmon, skin side down, on cookie sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In small bowl, stir syrup, vinegar and garlic with whisk. Brush half of the glaze over salmon.
- Bake 10 minutes. Brush with remaining glaze. Bake 5 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with fork. Garnish with onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
SIMPLE SALMON WITH BALSAMIC SAUCE
Simply delicious and tender baked salmon, with fresh squeezed lemon, butter, and chopped fresh parsley, is basted in a rich balsamic sauce.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Baked Salmon Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Dip salmon fillets in melted margarine, covering both sides. Place in a baking dish. Squeeze lemons evenly over each fillet.
- Whisk balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and garlic together in a bowl; spoon over salmon fillets. Sprinkle with parsley; drizzle any remaining butter over fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and cover with aluminum foil for 3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 50.4 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 686 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
CITRUS BALSAMIC GLAZED SALMON
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Rub salmon with salt and pepper. Place salmon in 2-quart shallow baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork. Whisk balsamic vinegar, cornstarch, orange juice and brown sugar in medium saucepan. Add chicken broth and heat to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, stirring until the mixture thickens. Arrange salmon on serving platter and serve with sauce. Serve over hot white rice, if desired.
BALSAMIC-GLAZED SALMON WITH SPINACH, OLIVES, AND GOLDEN RAISINS
This dinner for two is quick and healthy: Everything cooks in just one large skillet. And the final dish is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and omega-3s. To round out this recipe and riff on its Mediterranean feel, serve the salmon with couscous tossed with roasted pistachios.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Fish Fruit Leafy Green Olive Vegetable Sauté Valentine's Day High Fiber Dinner Dried Fruit Raisin Seafood Salmon Spinach Winter Healthy Bon Appétit Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Diabetes-Friendly
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pour a few tablespoons water into heavy large nonstick skillet. Place over medium-high heat. Add 1 bag spinach (skillet will be full). Using 2 wooden spoons, turn and toss spinach until most of leaves are wilted, about 2 minutes. Add remaining spinach leaves in 2 batches. Turn and toss spinach until just wilted but still bright green. Transfer cooked spinach to strainer set over bowl.
- Wipe skillet dry if necessary. Add 1 tablespoon oil and heat over medium-high heat. Sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper. Place in skillet, skin side up. Sear until brown, about 3 minutes; turn fish. Cook until just opaque in center, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to plate; wipe skillet clean.
- Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to same skillet. Add chopped shallot, halved olives, and golden raisins. Stir 1 minute. Add spinach; toss until heated through, about 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mound spinach mixture on plates. Top with salmon.
- Add balsamic vinegar and honey to skillet. Boil until reduced to glaze, about 30 seconds. Spoon glaze over salmon and spinach and serve.
ORANGE BALSAMIC GLAZED SALMON
Salmon fillets broiled with an orange zest and balsamic vinaigrette glaze are served atop spring salad mix, asparagus, and fennel bulb.
Provided by Marie's Dressings
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Salmon Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine 1/4 cup Marie's Balsamic Vinaigrette, pepper, honey, and orange liqueur to make glaze. Zest orange and add to the glaze.
- Slice peel off orange, removing all of white pith. Slice oranges into rounds, then into quarters. Reserve.
- Preheat the oven's broiler. Cover a broiler pan with nonstick foil. Sprinkle salmon with salt. Broil salmon, brushing often with glaze until cooked, about 8 minutes. Do not turn.
- Toss spring mix with asparagus, fennel, and remaining 1/2 cup Marie's Balsamic Vinaigrette. Divide among 4 plates and top with salmon. Garnish salads with orange pieces and Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 97.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 40.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 822.5 mg, Sugar 19.4 g
AIR-FRYER ROASTED SALMON WITH SAUTEED BALSAMIC SPINACH
This air-fryer salmon recipe is my favorite. The dish is healthy, affordable, fast and delicious. -Susan Hall, Sparks, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 450°. Rub 1 teaspoon oil over both sides of salmon; sprinkle with seafood seasoning and pepper. In batches if necessary, place salmon on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-12 minutes., Meanwhile, place remaining oil, garlic and pepper flakes in a 6-qt. stockpot; heat over medium-low heat until garlic is softened, 3-4 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high. Add spinach; cook and stir until wilted, 3-4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; heat through. Divide among four serving dishes., In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil. Cook until vinegar is reduced by half, 2-3 minutes. Immediately remove from heat., To serve, place salmon over spinach mixture. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
BALSAMIC MAPLE GLAZE SALMON
Easy and quick for a busy weekday dinner. Found this on the net. Served it with noodles stirred in the remaining glaze and stir-fried spinach.
Provided by Chef Dudo
Categories High Protein
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine grapefruit (orange) juice, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar and garlic in a saucepan over medium high heat.
- Bring to a boil and cook 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in oil.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper to taste.
- Brush generously with glaze and grill or broil 10 minutes, occasionally brushing with glaze.
STUFFED SALMON WITH BALSAMIC BUTTER SAUCE
Steps:
- For the crab cake mix: Gently mix the crab meat with the mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, seafood seasoning and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl. Form four 4-ounce crab cakes.
- Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F.
- For the salmon: Make a small vertical pocket in each piece of salmon. Place a slice of Brie on the bottom of the pocket, top with 1 crab cake and another slice of Brie.
- Place the salmon in a large baking dish and add enough water to reach one-quarter of the way up the side of the salmon. Bake until pale and cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.
- For the asparagus and sauce: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the asparagus just until crisp tender and bright green. Drain and plunge into an ice bath to stop the cooking.
- Put the vinegar and shallots in a saute pan and cook over medium heat until vigorously bubbling and reduced by three-quarters, about 2 minutes. Add a pinch salt and pepper, reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the butter. If the sauce is too thin, continue to simmer over very low heat until desired thickness.
- In a second saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add the asparagus, season with salt and pepper and cook until warmed through. (The asparagus is already cooked so don't saute it too long.)
- Serve the salmon and asparagus over wild rice. Spoon over the sauce.
EASY BALSAMIC-HONEY-MUSTARD GLAZED SALMON
Make and share this Easy Balsamic-Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Melanie B.
Categories Weeknight
Time 11m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together first five ingredients in a bowl.
- Coat the fish with the glaze.
- Grill fish until completely cooked, about 3 minutes on each side.
- Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose the right salmon. Look for wild-caught salmon that is fresh or frozen. Avoid farmed salmon, as it is often lower in quality and higher in contaminants.
- Cook the salmon skin-side down. This will help the skin to crisp up and protect the delicate flesh of the salmon.
- Don't overcook the salmon. Salmon is a relatively delicate fish, so it is important to cook it just until it is cooked through. Overcooked salmon will be dry and tough.
- Use a good quality balsamic vinegar. The balsamic vinegar is the key ingredient in this recipe, so it is important to use a good quality one. Look for a balsamic vinegar that is aged for at least 12 years.
- Serve the salmon immediately. Salmon is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will help to ensure that the salmon is tender and juicy.
Conclusion:
Balsamic salmon is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your salmon cooked rare, medium, or well-done, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give balsamic salmon a try. You won't be disappointed!
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