Today my kids asked me to share their favorite salmon dish: Honey Lime Salmon. Roasted salmon is a fast, reliable option for busy evenings when I don’t have time for lengthy prep. It cooks quickly yet feels special.
This Honey Lime Salmon is ideal for hectic nights. It requires only a few pantry-friendly ingredients and comes together in minutes, so I can serve a healthy, satisfying dinner even when I’m short on time.
With minimal fuss I can get a flavorful, nutritious meal on the table that everyone enjoys.
Because I make this often when time is tight, I focus on simple meal prep and easy cleanup. The salmon is ready to cook in about five minutes and can easily become a one-pan meal.
I frequently add chopped vegetables to the same pan, tossing them with any leftover honey-lime sauce so they pick up the same bright flavor as the fish. That turns dinner into a single-pan meal with less cleanup.
To add some carbs, steamed rice or quinoa pairs perfectly and requires almost no extra effort. The coral color of cooked salmon makes for an attractive centerpiece, and I like to keep meals colorful—salmon makes that easy.
For sides, roasted green beans and mushrooms or a simple kale salad are both excellent matches. If you want a more substantial side with fiber and protein, a quinoa tabbouleh salad complements the salmon nicely and adds a fresh contrast to roasted vegetables.
Honey Lime Salmon is a household favorite for a reason. The tender salmon coated in tangy-sweet honey-lime sauce is simple, quick, and versatile. It’s ready in under 30 minutes and pairs well with many sides. Salmon is also a lean, protein-rich choice that provides heart-healthy omega fatty acids.
This tasty, straightforward recipe will likely become one of your go-to weeknight meals.
Honey Lime Salmon Recipe
214 kcal
9.3 g
10.7 g
22.6 g
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Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 lb salmon – (cut into 4 filets)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley – (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 4 garlic cloves – (minced)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with cooking spray.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, ground cumin, chopped parsley, and salt. Place the salmon on the baking sheet and brush the sauce over each filet, coating them evenly.
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Roast the salmon until cooked through, about 10–12 minutes depending on thickness, or until it reaches your preferred doneness. Remove from the oven and serve with lime slices.
Notes
Serving size: 1 filet.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 9.3 g (3%)
Protein: 22.6 g (45%)
Fat: 10.7 g (16%)
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