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Christmas Salmon with Pomegranate Glaze

Christmas Salmon with Pomegranate Glaze That Dazzles Your Feast

Celebrate the holiday season with this festive Christmas Salmon with Pomegranate Glaze recipe, combining vibrant flavors and colors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 38 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Fresh Salmon Skin on
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Juice Can substitute with cranberry juice
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice Bottled juice works in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Fresh zest for best aroma
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Seeds Chopped cranberries can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Orange Slices
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Can substitute with cilantro or chives
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Sweet onions can also substitute

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • medium saucepan
  • brush

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the Oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Salmon by placing fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. Make the Pomegranate Glaze by combining pomegranate juice, brown sugar, orange juice, and orange zest in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Glaze the Salmon by brushing the thickened pomegranate glaze over the seasoned fillets.
  5. Bake the Salmon in the preheated oven for 30-38 minutes, checking that it flakes easily and is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Transfer the salmon to a platter, garnish with pomegranate seeds, orange slices, parsley, and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Be sure to season the salmon well and monitor cooking time closely to avoid overcooking. Leftover glaze can be stored for up to a week.

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