Honey Balsamic Salmon Skillet for Two

Prep 20 min
Total 20 min
Servings 2

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Whether you’re a pro at turning out beautiful salmon dinners, or this is your first try, this gorgeous pan-seared salmon drizzled with tangy honey-balsamic sauce is guaranteed to earn you major bragging rights. ...MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter

2 salmon fillets (4 to 5 oz/125 to 150 g each), skin off

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon ground pepper

1 clove garlic, finely chopped

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

2 teaspoons honey

2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Steps

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In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat until foaming. Season salmon with salt and pepper. Add salmon to skillet; cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until fish flakes easily.
2

Reduce heat to low; add garlic, balsamic vinegar, mustard and honey to skillet. Stir to combine; cook about 1 minute or until sauce thickens slightly. Remove salmon to serving plate, and spoon sauce over top. Garnish with green onions.

Expert Tips

Salmon is available in many varieties. Choose Atlantic salmon for a milder flavour or Pacific salmon for a bolder flavour.
Pair your salmon with lemon and herb couscous or rice pilaf and a salad for an easy meal.