Apricots? And salmon? Yes, my friends, you heard right. This recipe for Simple Apricot Lemon Salmon is super easy and quick to make, and it’s “mmm” out loud delicious!
Is Salmon Good for You?
Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B12.
Salmon is also considered a lean protein.
I’m always on the hunt for a good salmon recipe since it’s one of my husband’s favorite foods. Unfortunately, I’m really picky when it comes to how salmon is cooked and prepared, so I’ve only made it for him maybe 4 times in our entire marriage. Whoops. Salmon can be so incredibly flaky and delicious if made correctly, and this simple apricot lemon salmon is a home-run in our family!
How do You Know When Salmon is Done?
Salmon is done when easily flaked: You can also check the doneness of your salmon with a fork.
When the salmon flakes easily with a fork, it’s ready.
Simple Apricot Lemon Salmon
The apricot and lemon makes this salmon sweet and tangy, while the coarse salt and dijon mustard give it just the right amount of savory so you don’t feel like you just ate dessert for dinner (even though that’s not a bad idea…). The ingredients are simple, and usually already in my fridge, which makes this recipe great for the end of the week when you start to realize you’re out of groceries and dinner ideas. Whisk together the glaze, smother the salmon in it, and you’re good to go!
Which Salmon is Best?
It depends on what you prefer.
Sockeye, an oilier fish with deep red flesh, is also high in heart-healthy omega-3s but has a stronger flavor and stands up well to grilling.
Coho is milder and often lighter in color.
Pink and chumare are smaller fish and most often used in canning or smoking and are good budget choices.
Simple Apricot Lemon Salmon
Simple Apricot Lemon Salmon
Description
Apricots? And salmon? Yes, my friends, you heard right. This recipe for Simple Apricot Lemon Salmon is super easy and quick to make, and it's "mmm" out loud delicious!
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 lemon, the zest and the juice
- 1 lb salmon
- 1 tsp coarse salt
For the glaze:
- 1 Tbsp apricot preserves
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
Instructions
- Zest the lemon and reserve for the glaze.
- Juice lemon into a shallow baking dish over the salmon.
- Let the salmon marinate for 1 hour and up to 24 hours in the fridge.
- Meanwhile, prepare the glaze.Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
- When the salmon is finished marinating, place on a baking tray with foil or parchment paper.
- Sprinkle coarse salt over the salmon.
- Brush 2/3 of the glaze over the salmon and place in the oven for 15-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of your pieces.
- Pull salmon out and apply more glaze, then broil for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite side dish!
Notes
Salmon will keep for 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 591kcal
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It’s the recipe going crazy all over facebook and pinterest! Glazed salmon is one of the best ways to make salmon.
Bonnie Wilson
Can the salt be omitted? I have a kidney disease and cannot have salt. I have only one kidney. No salt in my cooking.
Sweet Basil
Hi Bonnie! Yes, totally!
Judy
A keeper! I have an oven thermometer so I had the correct temp and baked it for 16-17 minutes (I’d rather have overbaked than underbaked). Next time I’ll reduce by a couple of minutes. It had a sweetness but wasn’t too sweet – if you didn’t know there was apricot jam you probably couldn’t figure out the secret ingredient. Loved it!
Sweet Basil
Yay! Thank you for the feedback Judy!
Jessica
These look delicious. Thanks for sharing!
Sweet Basil
You will love it!
Katherine
This salmon looks delicious. Would never have thought of the apricot preserves!
Sweet Basil
So good!
2pots2cook
An hour ago, my mother phoned saying apricots are ripe and waiting for me; I usually make jams to use for desserts’ baking; now, you bring completely new dimension to both salmon and apricots 🙂 Appreciate your creation !
Sweet Basil
Perfect timing!
stanp
Tried your Sweet & Spicy Orange Salmon and was a big hit.
So now this recipe is next..keep those salmon recipes coming !
Sweet Basil
Yay!! I’m so glad to hear that!