Description
Savor the taste of grilled salmon glazed with a zesty pineapple chipotle sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. This dish combines smoky and sweet flavors, creating an exquisite experience perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Impress your guests with the vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas of this easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (100% pure)
- 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, minced chipotle peppers, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and lime juice.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grill salmon skin-side down for 6-8 minutes per side or bake in a greased dish for 12-15 minutes until fully cooked.
- Brush additional marinade on salmon during the last few minutes of cooking if desired.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a different twist, substitute salmon with trout or mackerel. Enhance flavors further by adding fresh herbs like cilantro or mint. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently at 350°F.