Description
This Maple Glazed Salmon recipe offers a deliciously sweet and savory twist on fresh salmon fillets, combining the rich flavors of maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic. Perfectly baked in the oven, this easy sheet pan dinner is ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal option for a quick and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (1 pound total)
Maple Glaze
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375ËšF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make for easy cleanup.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until well combined to create a flavorful glaze.
- Apply Initial Glaze: Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and generously brush about one-third of the maple glaze over the top of the fillets, reserving the remaining glaze for later use.
- Bake the Salmon: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove the salmon briefly and brush with the second portion of the glaze to enhance the flavor and moisture.
- Finish Baking: Return the salmon to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve with Remaining Glaze: Once cooked, remove the salmon from the oven and drizzle the remaining maple glaze on top before serving to ensure a glossy, flavorful finish.
Notes
- This maple glazed salmon is an incredibly easy sheet pan dinner and hands down the best way to cook tasty fresh salmon fillets.
- The combination of mustard, soy sauce, garlic, and maple syrup offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
- Pairs well with a variety of sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 4 oz)
- Calories: 308 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 872 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 94 mg
