Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon
Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon is a vibrant dish that beautifully marries the sweetness of caramelized peaches with the savory richness of roasted salmon. Ideal for any occasion, this recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Slice peaches into wedges, removing pits.
- In a bowl, mix bourbon, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme until well combined.
- Marinate salmon fillets in half of the marinade for at least 20 minutes.
- Arrange salmon on one side of the dish and peach wedges on the other; drizzle remaining marinade over both.
- Roast for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with peach wedges (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the salmon overnight if possible. - Feel free to substitute peaches with mango or pineapple for a new twist. - A dash of cayenne pepper can spice things up.