Orange Glazed Salmon

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By Judy Capodanno
Updated 8/21/2025
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic
Orange Glazed Salmon
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This quick and easy Orange Glazed Salmon is a one-pan dinner recipe that comes together in just 30 minutes for a fast, flavorful meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Each fillet of this orange salmon is baked in a vibrant glaze of fresh orange juice, lemon zest, and grated ginger, then finished with a sticky citrus reduction. With 34g protein per serving, it’s an excellent choice for high protein salmon meal prep. Low in saturated fat and carbs, this is a heart healthy salmon recipe that’s great for GLP-1 and diabetic-friendly diets. For a complete and balanced meal, serve this citrus glazed salmon with sides of fluffy brown rice and roasted or steamed veggies for a complete, balanced plate.

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Total Time
30 minutes
Servings
4
Calories
230

Why Our Citrus Salmon is Healthy

Easy One Pan Salmon Recipe with an Orange Ginger Glaze

This bright and zesty orange salmon is a go-to in our kitchen for good reason: it’s simple, full of flavor, and checks every box for a truly heart healthy salmon dinner. Baking the salmon in a mix of orange and lemon juice keeps it moist while building a citrusy base for the glaze, and fresh ginger adds just enough bite to balance the natural sweetness. After cooking, the marinade is simmered down into a thick, glossy sauce that brings everything together. It’s a fast, no-fuss one pan salmon recipe that’s naturally low in saturated fat, carbs, and lower in sodium. And with 34 grams of protein per serving, it fits right into high protein meal prep, low carb, GLP-1 diet, and diabetic-friendly meal plans.

Key Health Highlights

  • High protein (34g per serving) supports muscle and blood sugar control
  • Low in saturated fat and cholesterol (1g sat fat, 89mg cholesterol per fillet)
  • Naturally low carb with only 2g total carbs
  • Gluten free and diabetic-friendly
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FAQs About Our Orange Glazed Salmon and Healthy Salmon Recipes

Yes, orange adds brightness and natural sweetness that balances salmon’s rich flavor, especially when combined with ginger or citrus zest.

Try it with roasted broccoli, wild rice, or over mixed greens for a light and balanced meal.

Just 15 to 30 minutes is enough. Longer than that and the acid in the citrus can start to break down the fish.

Yes. Just place salmon on foil or in a grill-safe pan with the marinade and cook over medium heat with the lid closed.

You can. Air fry at 375°F for about 10 minutes, then reduce the glaze on the stovetop and drizzle it on before serving.

Definitely. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fats and low in saturated fat.

Yes. A 6-ounce portion gives you around 34 grams of protein, making it great for recovery and high protein salmon meal prep.

Yes, this recipe only has 2 grams of carbs per serving.

Salmon is calorie-dense due to healthy fats, but this orange ginger salmon clocks in at just 230 calories per serving.

Yes. The omega-3s in salmon help raise HDL (good) cholesterol and lower triglycerides.

Compared to red meat, yes. One fillet here has just 89 mg of cholesterol and only 1g saturated fat.

Naturally, yes. Just be sure to check any sauces or added ingredients when modifying for hidden gluten.

Yes. It’s low carb, high in protein, and supports blood sugar stability.

Not exactly. It’s high in healthy fat from omega-3s, but low in saturated fat, which is what most people need to limit.

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Ingredients

Recipe yields 4 servings

How to Make Orange Glazed Salmon

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375°. Brush a 9 x 13-inch metal baking pan with olive oil. In a small bowl, combine orange and lemon juices, lemon zest, ginger and pepper. Place salmon in pan and pour juice mixture on top.

  2. Step 2

    Bake for about 10 minutes per inch of thickness, until salmon flakes easily. Remove salmon from oven, transfer to serving platter and keep warm. Transfer juice mixture to a small saucepan and boil liquid in the pan over medium heat until it thickens. Remove sauce from the heat and pour over salmon. Serve salmon over a bed of mixed greens, if desired. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
6 oz salmon

230
Calories
8
g
Fat
89
mg
Cholesterol
115
mg
Sodium
2
g
Carbs
1
g
Sat. Fat
0
g
Fiber
34
g
Protein

Serving & Storage Tips

  • Serve over a bed of mixed greens, cooked quinoa, or steamed veggies
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
  • To reheat, gently warm in a skillet with a splash of water or leftover glaze
  • If glaze thickens too much in the fridge, stir in a little orange juice to revive

Ingredient Substitutions

Bottled 100% orange juice works in a pinch, but reduce the amount slightly and skip any added sweetener.

Use ½ teaspoon ground ginger instead, or try ginger paste from a tube for convenience.

Black pepper works too, though it adds a slightly stronger bite.

Frozen fillets work well. Just thaw completely and pat dry before baking.

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