Bacon and Teriyaki Salmon Skewers

These Bacon and Teriyaki Salmon Skewers bring together tender salmon, sweet pineapple, crispy bacon, and a flavorful homemade teriyaki glaze for a dinner that's anything but boring. They're quick to prepare, easy to customize, and perfect for busy weeknights, summer gatherings, or whenever you're craving a fun sweet-and-savory meal.

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Bacon and Teriyaki Salmon Skewers

Why You'll Love Bacon and Teriyaki Salmon Skewers

• Uses simple ingredients to create a bold, restaurant-inspired flavor.

• Comes together quickly with just 20 minutes of prep time.

• Perfect for busy weeknight dinners when you want something different from the usual.

• Easy to prepare ahead by marinating the salmon and prepping the ingredients in advance.

• Great for summer dinners, cookouts, parties, and casual entertaining.

• Packed with protein from salmon and makes a satisfying, complete meal when paired with rice or vegetables.

• Minimal cleanup thanks to the foil-lined baking sheet.

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Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes before using them to help prevent them from burning in the oven.

• Cut the salmon and pineapple into similar-sized pieces so everything cooks more evenly.

• Don't marinate the salmon too long because the acidity from the lime juice can begin to change the texture of the fish.

• Keep a close eye on the skewers during the final few minutes since teriyaki and honey can caramelize quickly.

• Use a meat thermometer and cook the salmon to your preferred safe doneness rather than relying solely on appearance.

Bacon and Teriyaki Salmon Skewers

Prep: 20 mins. | Cook: 12 mins. | Serves: 4–6

Ingredients:

• ½ cup teriyaki sauce

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1½ lbs. skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1½-inch cubes

• 8–10 slices thin-cut bacon, cut in half

• 4 c. fresh pineapple, cut in large chunks

• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

• salt/pepper, to taste

• wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Let's Get Started!

1. Make the glaze: Combine teriyaki sauce, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic.

2. Marinate the salmon: Place salmon cubes in half of the glaze and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes. Reserve the other half for brushing.

3. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and place on a wire rack.

4. Weave a slice of bacon on the skewer, followed by pineapple and the salmon cubes. Then place the skewer on the baking sheet. Repeat the process until all the skewers are done.

5. Brush each skewer with teriyaki sauce, then bake for 5-7 minutes until the bacon is crisp and salmon is just cooked.

6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve with warm teriyaki sauce.