Delicious Christmas Salmon Glazed with Pomegranate Magic

Celebrate the holidays with this vibrant Christmas Salmon, glazed with tangy pomegranate molasses for a flavorful and healthy dinner option.

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Prep Time 18

Cook Time 9

Total Time 27

Servings: 6 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

1/4 cup Pomegranate Molasses Adds a sweet-tart flavor.
2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Enhances sweetness.
2 tablespoons Butter Can be substituted with olive oil.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Essential for subtle sweetness.
1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Brings aromatic herbal notes.
to taste Salt For seasoning.
to taste Pepper For seasoning.

For the Salmon

6 pieces Salmon Fillets Wild-caught is ideal.

For Garnishing

1/2 cup Pomegranate Seeds For garnish.
2 sprigs Rosemary For garnish.

Equipment

oven
Baking Sheet
Frying Pan
parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine the pomegranate molasses, maple syrup, butter, vanilla, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper in a medium frying pan over medium-high heat until boiling, about 4 minutes.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet, and spread the cooled pomegranate sauce generously over each fillet.
Bake the salmon for 8 to 9 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
Remove the salmon from the oven and garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds and rosemary sprigs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Check for doneness to avoid overbaking. Adjust cooking time based on thickness of salmon fillets.

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