Description
This Pomegranate and Orange Glazed Salmon is a stunning, flavor-packed holiday centerpiece made with a sweet citrus glaze, fresh herbs, and vibrant pomegranate seeds. It’s easy, festive, and guaranteed to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
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2 lbs whole Atlantic salmon
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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2 cups pomegranate juice
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¼ cup brown sugar
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¼ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
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1 tablespoon orange zest
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Pomegranate seeds, for garnish
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Orange slices, for garnish
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
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Green onions, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place the salmon skin-side down on the prepared sheet and season with salt and black pepper.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pomegranate juice, brown sugar, orange juice, and orange zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens.
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Remove from heat and brush the glaze generously over the salmon.
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Bake the salmon for 30–38 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
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Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with pomegranate seeds, orange slices, parsley, and green onions before serving.
Notes
If the glaze becomes too thick, whisk in a small splash of orange juice to loosen it.
The glaze can be made 1–2 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a bright green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 6 oz cooked salmon)
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg