Spiced Honey Glazed Salmon with Cauliflower Mash

Pasta
30 minutes
Apr 29, 2025
3.5
Spiced Honey Glazed Salmon with Cauliflower Mash
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Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together honey, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the honey spice mixture over the salmon fillets.
  4. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. While the salmon is baking, steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 10 minutes.
  6. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  7. Add the steamed cauliflower florets, heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese to the pot. Mash the cauliflower using a potato masher until smooth and creamy.
  8. Season the cauliflower mash with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve the spiced honey glazed salmon on a bed of cauliflower mash, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy!