Name: Cilantro Lime Honey Garlic Salmon (Baked in Foil) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet (skin on or off); 3 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime); 1 tablespoon lime zest; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Lime slices (optional)

Description

This Cilantro Lime Honey Garlic Salmon recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Baked gently in foil to lock in moisture and tenderness, the salmon is brushed with a vibrant honey-lime-garlic glaze and finished with fresh cilantro and lime slices for a bright, fresh finish. It’s a quick, healthy main course ideal for a weeknight dinner and pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon

1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet (skin on or off)

Honey Lime Garlic Glaze

3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
1 tablespoon lime zest
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Garnish

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime slices (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it to prevent the salmon from sticking.
Place Salmon on Foil: Position the salmon fillet in the center of the foil, skin-side down if your fillet includes skin.
Mix the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Apply the Glaze: Pour the honey-lime mixture evenly over the salmon, using a spoon or brush to spread it thoroughly over the top of the fish.
Create Foil Packet: Fold up the sides of the foil loosely over the salmon so it is sealed in a packet with some space for air circulation.
Bake: Bake the salmon packet in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, adjusting time based on the thickness of the fillet for doneness.
Broil for Caramelization (Optional): Carefully open the foil and broil the salmon for an additional 2 to 3 minutes if you desire a caramelized top.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the salmon, garnish with lime slices if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
For a grilled flavor, cook the foil packet on a grill over medium heat for 14 to 16 minutes instead of baking.