Pineapple Glazed Salmon

This Pineapple Glazed Salmon is sweet, savory, and perfectly balanced with a bright tropical flavor. Juicy salmon is marinated in pineapple juice, garlic, and soy sauce, then baked until flaky and finished with a fresh pineapple avocado salsa that makes every bite vibrant and satisfying.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Sweet and savory glaze with natural pineapple flavor
• Tender, flaky salmon baked to perfection
• Fresh pineapple avocado salsa adds brightness and texture
• Simple ingredients with impressive results
• Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining

Ingredients

Pineapple Marinade and Salmon

• 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
• 1 cup pineapple juice (drained from pineapple tidbits)
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Pineapple Avocado Salsa

• 1 cup pineapple tidbits
• 1 avocado, pitted and diced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
• 1/2 small red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, stir together pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and cayenne pepper.
2. Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over the fish. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
3. While the salmon marinates, prepare the salsa by combining pineapple tidbits, avocado, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Drizzle with lime juice and gently toss. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and coat with nonstick spray.
5. Remove salmon from marinade, shaking off excess, and place fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet.
6. Transfer marinade to a saucepan and simmer over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 6 minutes.
7. Brush glaze generously over salmon and bake for 5 minutes. Brush again and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
8. Serve immediately topped with pineapple avocado salsa.

Tips & Tricks

• Do not overcook salmon to keep it moist
• Let salmon rest a few minutes before serving
• Use fresh pineapple for extra brightness if available
• Adjust jalapeño amount based on heat preference

Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Marinate Time: 2 hours
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Tropical-Inspired
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary Notes: Halal-friendly, gluten-adjustable

Notes

Serve this Pineapple Glazed Salmon with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables. Leftover salsa also works well on tacos or salads.

Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 34g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fat: 20g

FAQ

Can I grill the salmon instead?
Yes, grill over medium heat and brush with glaze while cooking.

Can I use fresh pineapple juice?
Absolutely, fresh juice enhances flavor even more.

Is the salsa spicy?
Mild to medium depending on jalapeño amount.

Can I make this ahead?
Marinate salmon and prep salsa up to 24 hours ahead.

What can I substitute for soy sauce?
Use coconut aminos or tamari for a gluten-free option.

Storage

• Fridge: Store cooked salmon up to 2 days
• Freezer: Not recommended due to salsa texture
• Reheat: Gently reheat salmon in the oven at 325°F

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Baked salmon with pineapple glaze

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Prep Time 13 minutes mins

Course dinner

Cuisine Tropical-Inspired

Ingredients

  

Pineapple Marinade and Salmon

• 2 salmon fillets 6 ounces each
• 1 cup pineapple juice drained from pineapple tidbits
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Pineapple Avocado Salsa

• 1 cup pineapple tidbits
• 1 avocado pitted and diced
• 1 jalapeño seeded and diced
• 1/2 small red onion diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions

 

• In a small bowl, stir together pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and cayenne pepper.
• Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over the fish. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
• While the salmon marinates, prepare the salsa by combining pineapple tidbits, avocado, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Drizzle with lime juice and gently toss. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and coat with nonstick spray.
• Remove salmon from marinade, shaking off excess, and place fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet.
• Transfer marinade to a saucepan and simmer over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 6 minutes.
• Brush glaze generously over salmon and bake for 5 minutes. Brush again and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
• Serve immediately topped with pineapple avocado salsa.

Notes

Serve this Pineapple Glazed Salmon with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables. Leftover salsa also works well on tacos or salads.

 

Conclusion

This Pineapple Glazed Salmon is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully balanced with sweet glaze and zesty salsa. It’s an easy yet elegant recipe that brings tropical flair to your dinner table.