Glazed Salmon With Spiced Carrots Recipe

Name: Glazed Salmon With Spiced Carrots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan; 1 pound carrots, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar; 1 tablespoon dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving; 4 6 -ounce center-cut salmon fillets (about 1 1/2 inches thick); Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; Pinch of ground cinnamon; 1/3 cup roughly chopped fresh mint; 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan
1 pound carrots, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
4 6 -ounce center-cut salmon fillets (about 1 1/2 inches thick)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of ground cinnamon
1/3 cup roughly chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup sliced almonds

1
Preheat the broiler.
2
Lightly oil the broiler pan.
3
Toss the carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a bowl, then spread out on one side of the pan.
4
Broil until the carrots begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, the honey, mustard and 1 tablespoon lime juice in a small bowl.
6
Brush the tops and sides of the salmon with the glaze.
7
Put the salmon, skin-side down, on the other side of the broiler pan next to the carrots and season with salt and pepper.
8
Broil until the salmon is golden brown and just cooked through and the carrots are crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
9
Whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon each olive oil and lime juice, the coriander, cumin, cinnamon, mint and almonds in a bowl.
10
Add the carrots and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper.
11
Serve the salmon with the carrots and lime wedges.
12
Per serving: Calories 525; Fat 30 g (Saturated 4 g); Cholesterol 108 mg; Sodium 260 mg; Carbohydrate 21 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 41 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan, 1 pound carrots, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar, 1 tablespoon dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Glazed Salmon With Spiced Carrots falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Glazed Salmon With Spiced Carrots

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