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Citrus-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Seeds

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Hawthorne

Dinner Salmon Citrus Roasted Vegetables Pomegranate

Citrus-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate Seeds

A vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent salmon glazed with a tangy citrus sauce, roasted Brussels sprouts for a touch of earthy sweetness, and the burst of juicy pomegranate seeds for added texture and color.

Ingredients:

  • 2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced

  • 1 orange, zested and juiced

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, orange zest, lemon juice, orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and pour the citrus glaze over them. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast the salmon and Brussels sprouts in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the Brussels sprouts are tender.
  6. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the roasted salmon and serve immediately.