Description

An elegant yet easy cranberry salmon dish featuring tender, flaky salmon topped with a sweet-tart cranberry sauce that feels festive, comforting, and perfect for weeknights or guests.

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

1/2 cup orange juice

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (optional)

Lemon wedges, for serving

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Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, and ginger.
Simmer for 8–10 minutes until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. Set aside.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the salmon skin-side down for 3–4 minutes until the skin is crisp.
Spoon some cranberry sauce over the salmon and transfer the skillet to the oven.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
Spoon additional cranberry sauce over the salmon and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

The cranberry sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently.

Add red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Orange zest enhances citrus flavor.

Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop & Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
Calories: 390
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 85mg