Grilled Pineapple Teriyaki Salmon – Sweet, Savory, and Straight from a Tropical Dream!
This recipe is everything you want in a summer dinner: juicy salmon grilled to perfection, glazed with a sticky homemade teriyaki sauce, and paired with caramelized pineapple rings that bring that irresistible tropical flair. It’s fresh, flavorful, and makes you feel like you’re eating dinner on an island breeze.
The combination of smoky grill marks, sweet pineapple, and rich teriyaki makes each bite unforgettable!
Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4–6 pineapple rings (fresh or canned)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened. Let cool.
- Brush salmon fillets with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Grill skin-side down over medium heat for 4–5 minutes.
- Flip salmon, brush with teriyaki sauce, and grill another 3–4 minutes, glazing again before removing.
- Grill pineapple rings for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly charred.
- Plate the salmon with pineapple rings, drizzle more teriyaki sauce, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition Info (Per Serving)
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
Quick Details
| Grilled Pineapple Teriyaki Salmon | |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 15 minutes |
| Servings | 4 |
| Main Flavors | Sweet, savory, smoky |
FAQs
Q: Can I use store-bought teriyaki sauce?
Yes, but homemade gives better control over sweetness and sodium.
Q: What if I don’t have a grill?
Use a grill pan or broil in the oven for similar results.
Q: Is it okay to use canned pineapple?
Yes, just drain it well. Fresh gives better texture on the grill.
Q: Can I marinate the salmon ahead?
Definitely. Let it soak in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes to deepen the flavor.
A little sweet, a little savory, and a whole lot of delicious—this salmon might be the star of your next barbecue!
