This Rocky Mountain Salmon is easy to make and has amazing flavor with a glaze of soy sauce, brown sugar, butter, lemon and white wine.
Do you have a favorite go-to recipe for a super fast dinner?
This is definitely our version of a quick, easy, healthy, low fat and amazingly flavorful weeknight dinner!
This recipe was given to me by a dear friend years ago, and it quickly became one of our favorites and a staple in our home.
We buy the large filets of salmon at Costco, cut them to our preferred serving size, then seal them and freeze them until we’re ready to use them. Then, by just de-thawing, then marinating for 30 mins to 1 hour (or overnight), this salmon will bake up quickly and easily making weeknight dinner planning a complete breeze!
I don’t know about you, but after the holidays, we were in some serious need of cutting calories, eating low fat and shedding a few pesky holiday pounds. Ever been there? 🙂
After the Peppermint Ice Cream, Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Cranberry Buttercrunch and Coconut White Chocolate Cranberry Fudge, it was definitely time to put away the sweets and dig into something savory and healthy!
So, for the month of January, you’ll see 2 themes here on IK. First, we’ll be focusing on healthy, low fat (can you say ‘skinny’?) dinner ideas, as well as appetizers to help you prep for the Superbowl!
See? We’re always thinking of our readers over here!
I’ve got some big things coming for you this month too!
Me and several other bloggers (15 of them!) have teamed up to give away one $200 Amazon Giftcard Giveaway to help you with your Superbowl party!
The Giveaway starts on Monday, January 12th and will go to Monday, January 26th – giving you a full week before Superbowl to get your Giftcard, buy your ingredients and have a fabulous party!
Also, most (if not all) of the bloggers plan to include an appetizer recipe in their post, so you’ll have lots of ideas and one lucky winner will also have $200 to spend on their party!
So, be sure you come back to visit all of us!
In the meantime, let’s eat low fat and healthy so we can splurge on amazing appetizers for the big game!
Enjoy!
Rocky Mountain Salmon
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 2 pound salmon fillet
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar, wine, soy sauce, butter, and lemon juice together in a small bowl. Heat in the microwave on full power (100%) until boiling (roughly 2 minutes), stirring several times. Remove from microwave, and let sauce cool 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse salmon, pat dry, and cut into individual serving pieces. Pour marinade into an oven-safe dish. Place salmon in marinade and cover tightly. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Turn salmon over, recover and refrigerate another 30 minutes. (You can also cover and chill up to 1 day).
- Remove salmon from refrigerator and remove cover. Place salmon in a 375 degree oven and bake for 15-30 minutes *(see note), or until salmon is done throughout.
- Serve!
- **(see note)
Notes
**I often make two batches of the marinade. One batch is used to marinate the fish in (as the recipe indicates); then, for the second batch, I just make the marinade so that it can be poured over each filet at serving time.
Recipe from Sunset magazine August 2001 issue @ Rocky Mountain Salmon.
Sarah@WholeandHeavenlyOven says
I just love how easy and stress-free this salmon looks! Perfect for a fun weeknight dinner! I’ve been trying to find a simple salmon recipe that everyone in my family will love and I think this is it! 🙂
Kristi says
So glad you like it Sarah! It’s one of our favorites and a completely easy meal for a weeknight!
Mira says
I love salmon and usually get it at Costco, too! Will definitely try this recipe, looks amazing, especially served with wild rice and cucumbers!
So excited about your giveaway coming next week!
Kristi says
Thanks Mira! Costco Salmon is the best – I love getting lots of it – so easy to fix!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
I don’t eat salmon enough (husband hates it) so when I get to do have solo dinners I always go for the fish! I can’t wait to enjoy your recipe!
Kristi says
Oh my gosh – I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love Salmon! 🙂 But, I’m glad you get it all to yourself!
Samina | The Cupcake Confession says
Don’t even get me started about December calories!!!!! I’m in denial mode so I’m just going to blame my clothes and assume that they have shrunk because they don’t fit me anymore!!!! It has nothing to do with me putting on a crazy amount of weight because my face was drowning in Christmas cakes, fudges and brittles! hahahahha!!!!! I think I finally need to come to terms with the fact that it is a new year and start with my exercise stuff. (I’ve only been procrastinating since Jan 1) roflmfao! This dinner looks FABBBBBB Kristi!!!!!! That steam from the fish is making me drool!!!! I LOVE the combination of Soy sauce and brown sugar with savory foods and this just hits the right note!!! When we have to fix a quick dinner, we always make a coconut milk based curry with rice. It’s not really a curry, just coconut milk with garlic and kokam (it is an intensely sour red colored fruit that’s dried and added to coconut milk with spices) Doesn’t even require cooking!
Kristi says
I know EXACTLY what you mean Samina. It is *so* not us – it’s definitely the shrinking clothes. Hahaha! Everyone knows that calories during the holidays don’t count! Hahaha! BTW, I adore curry and coconut rice. One of my very favorites. I’ve never had kokam before – I’m going to have to look at some of our specialty markets and see if we have it here! Thanks for the tip!
whatjessicabakednext says
Salmon is one of my favourite dinners! So good- love this version with all those amazing flavours! 😀
Kristi says
Mine too Jessica! So easy to fix, and amazing!
marcie says
Salmon is always one of our quick, healthy dinners over here, and when Costco has big wild salmon filets, I definitely buy it there! The flavors here are phenomenal, and I’m craving some salmon big time now. 🙂 Looking forward to the giveaway next week, and pinning this yummy supper!
Kristi says
Thanks Marcie! I meant to send out the giveaway info tonight, but I am ssssoooo tired my sistah! I will do it tomorrow because I am looking forward to it, as well! xoxo
K / Pure & Complex says
Usually my favorite fast meal would h ave to be baked tilapia. It’s fast. Especially when I want to eat before going out, my favorite meal. I am loving yours as well. Delish girl
Kristi says
I definitely need more tilapia recipes! I’m hopping over to your site now to check it out and find some new, creative ways to make it!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
I love easy go-to dinners like this one!
Kristi says
Me too Ashley! They are such a lifesaver in today’s busy world!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
I wish I ate more salmon. I really love it, but my husband isn’t a fan. I usually order it when we go out for dinner. I need to portion some out and make this for myself when he is out of town 😀 Pinning
Kristi says
I love salmon Cindy, and for us, it’s so fast and easy to prepare that I’m really glad we both like it. Thanks so much for the pin! And, Happy New Year! xoxo
Shikha @ Shikha la mode says
I need to be better about cooking fish at home – I never do it!
Kristi says
We love fish at home Shikha, because it’s so fast and easy! 🙂 What do you make for quick, easy dinners? Do tell! I need tips! Haha!
Ruby Red Apron says
That marinade sounds so good!! I love salmon! 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Ruby – we love salmon too, so I hope you love this as much as we do! Happy New Year!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
Okay, adding salmon to our menu, ASAP! Love this one Kristi!
Kristi says
Thanks Alyssa. I think you’ll love it. It’s definitely one of our favorites!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
We eat salmon for dinner once a week. It is my go-to weeknight meal. I definitely need to try this version with the white wine and soy!
Kristi says
I need to check out your recipes Ashley (which are always fabulous). I could use some new salmon recipe ideas, especially from someone who eats it once a week!
Kelly says
Yum, salmon is my favorite fish to make and I am always looking for new ideas. This one sounds so amazing and I love how flavorful and easy it is to whip up! Looks like the perfect light and healthy meal!
Kristi says
You’ll love it Kelly. It’s so easy – which you’ll especially love since you have little ones!
Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says
Our go-to quick dinner is eggs and toast, if I’m being honest. 🙂 Your salmon looks so elegant by comparison!
Kristi says
Hahaha! Do you have a recipe on your site for that Marissa? Because if you do, I’m looking it up so I can try it. I’m curious how you’re cooking your eggs – because we love eggs. Although I rarely have bread/toast in the house. Which is a bummer because we like it – I guess we just don’t love the carbs and spend the carbs on other bad things for us! Haha!
Tiffany says
Anything Salmon I love. Its so great how easy this recipe is and the photographs really push me to make it! Thanks!
xx, Tiffany | http://www.sunshinedaydreamphotography.com
Kristi says
Thanks Tiffany! Salmon is sssooo easy to prepare – which is so great for a busy night. It makes cooking easy and delicious!
ananda says
hmmm butter, and soy sauce, that’s the sign of a GREAT chef my dear friend!!! xoxo
Kristi says
Thanks Ananda! I’m so looking forward to your posts this year! xoxo
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
Oh yes trying to get back into clothes that feel a little tighter. That’s not fun I must say but having a delicious meal like this would help 😀
Kristi says
That’s my theory too Lorraine! 🙂
Monica says
I’m making salmon for dinner tonight, Kristi! I try to make it about once a week because my son is a huge fan. I do sometimes keep some in the freezer and need to plan ahead more like that. The freezer has been my new best friend in the last year or so! : ) Love your meal ideas and lighter ones sure are welcome. This is a meal I’d be thrilled to see at the table any day or night.
Kristi says
I’d love to see some of your salmon recipes Monica! I don’t have a lot of them, so more would be welcome. I’m going to hop on over to your site to see if you’ve published some! It’s so quick and easy, I love keeping it on hand!
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
Love easy peasy recipes like this and I am a fan of salmon. This is perfect!
Kristi says
Thanks Angie! I really love salmon too! It’s one of our favorites!
Juliana says
Happy New Year Kristi!
This salmon sounds and looks delicious, the way I like it…simple and easy. Thanks for the recipe…
Hope you are having a great week 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Juliana! Happy New Year! I’m looking forward to more simple recipes this year! Doesn’t everyone want that? 🙂
Elizabeth @ SugarHero.com says
Oh, lady, I started a new diet this week, so you are speaking my language! It’s not terrible but I do miss my thrice-daily pieces of chocolate. 🙂 (hmmm, might that be why I needed a diet in the first place??) I need all the healthy dinner ideas I can get–keep ’em coming! This salmon looks terrific!
Kristi says
Hahahaha! Thanks Elizabeth. Seeing the amazing recipes you make, I would be on a diet every day of my life!
Nara says
Simple and tasty recipe. I am trying it tomorrow. I liked salmon!
Kristi says
Thanks Nara! I think you’ll love it. This is one of our most favorite ways to serve salmon!