Baked Pineapple Salmon: A Thai-Inspired Tropical Delight

Baked Pineapple Salmon combines flaky salmon with sweet pineapple, creating a tropical delight in just 20 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

2.5 pounds salmon Choose fresh for best results.
to taste salt
to taste pepper

For the Sauce

0.5 cup sweet chili sauce Adds sweetness and hint of heat.
0.25 cup unsalted butter Melted; olive oil can be substituted.
4 tablespoons hoisin sauce Essential for umami flavor.
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Can use lime juice instead.
3 cloves garlic Minced; avoid pre-minced.

For the Topping

1 can pineapple slices Sliced for easy serving.
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro Roughly chopped.

For Serving

lime slices For brightness in presentation.

Equipment

Baking sheet
mixing bowl
whisk
nonstick aluminum foil

Method

Cooking Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
Place salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
Layer pineapple slices evenly under the salmon fillet on the baking sheet.
In a mixing bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, melted butter, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice; whisk until blended.
Pour the sauce over the salmon fillet, ensuring it's well coated.
Bake the salmon for about 15 minutes until opaque and flaky; broil for an additional 5 minutes if desired.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh salmon and don't skip on seasoning. Customize the sauce to your taste.

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