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Broiled Honey Garlic Butter Salmon with Mango Salsa

A delightful dish featuring salmon topped with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, paired with a fresh and zesty mango salsa, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salmon & glaze
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off, patted dry
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil (or avocado oil)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (optional) adds depth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pinch smoked paprika or 1/4 teaspoon (optional) for color and warmth
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
For the mango salsa
  • 1 cup ripe mango, diced (about 1 medium mango)
  • 1/3 cup cherry tomatoes, diced (or 1 medium tomato, seeded & diced)
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional) for heat
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (or lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave (optional) if mango needs balancing
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional garnishes
  • Extra cilantro, lime wedges, thinly sliced green onions, or microgreens

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your broiler to high and position an oven rack 6–8 inches from the broiler element. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment.
Making the Mango Salsa
  1. In a bowl, combine diced mango, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Taste and add 1 tsp honey if the mango isn’t sweet enough. Chill while you cook (about 10–15 minutes).
Preparing the Salmon
  1. Pat salmon fillets very dry, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
Searing the Salmon (optional)
  1. Heat canola oil and butter over medium-high in a large oven-safe skillet. When hot, place salmon skin-side up and sear for 3–4 minutes until golden. Flip and sear the other side for 2 minutes.
  2. If you prefer to skip searing, place seasoned fillets directly on the baking sheet.
Making the Honey Garlic Butter Glaze
  1. Reduce heat to medium-low in the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Stir in honey, soy/tamari (if using), and lemon juice. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Glazing & Broiling the Salmon
  1. Spoon the honey garlic butter over each fillet, reserving a little for serving.
  2. Transfer the skillet or baking sheet to the preheated broiler. Broil for 5–8 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove salmon from oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Spoon any pan juices and remaining glaze over the fillets.
  2. Top each fillet with a generous spoonful of mango salsa and a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime.
  3. Serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Avoid burning the glaze by keeping the fillets 6–8 inches from the broiler. For a low-carb option, skip the extra honey in the salsa and use cauliflower rice. Gluten-free versions can use tamari or omit soy sauce altogether. For vegan recipes, replace salmon with tofu steaks and use maple syrup instead of honey.