Pomegranate and Orange Glazed Salmon: A Flavorful Christmas Main
Celebrate the holidays with this vibrant salmon dish glazed with pomegranate and orange, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 fillets salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
For the Glaze
- 0.5 cup pomegranate juice (fresh or bottled)
- 0.25 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
For Garnish
- 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds (arils)
- as needed slices or zest orange slices or zest
- as needed fresh parsley or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil until golden.
- Mix pomegranate juice, orange juice, honey, orange zest, Dijon mustard, and garlic to make the glaze.
- Brush the salmon with the glaze and bake for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds, orange slices, and fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the glaze for 30 minutes before cooking.