Smoky Chipotle Honey Salmon with Roasted Corn Salsa
March 11, 2025
This Smoky Chipotle Honey Salmon delivers the perfect balance of sweet heat and smoky depth, featuring tender, flaky salmon glazed with a rich chipotle honey sauce. The combination of smoky chipotle peppers, sweet honey, and zesty lime creates a caramelized crust that enhances the bold flavors with every bite. Topped with a roasted corn salsa, this dish bursts with fresh, vibrant flavors—charred sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and a squeeze of lime add a refreshing contrast to the smoky salmon. Perfect for grilling or baking, this dish is a simple yet impressive meal, ideal for weeknights or special occasions. 🍽🔥
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time35 mins
Servings4
Category: Main Dishes
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce (pureed)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 ear corn (husked)
- ½ avocado (diced)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ¼ red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
In a small bowl, mix honey, chipotle puree, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tbsp olive oil
Sear salmon fillets skin-side down for 3 minutes
Flip the salmon and brush with the honey-chipotle glaze
Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes
While salmon is cooking, roast the corn directly over an open flame or in a hot skillet until slightly charred
Let cool, then cut kernels off the cob
In a bowl, combine roasted corn, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper
Mix well
Serve salmon with roasted corn salsa on top
Enjoy!
