Maple Glazed Baked Salmon
A delightful dish that merges sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil.
- Mix the maple glaze in a small bowl: whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and olive oil.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper in the greased baking dish.
- Dress the salmon with the glaze, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the salmon for about 15-20 minutes, until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Broil for the last 2-3 minutes for a caramelized top (optional).
- Let it rest before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Feel free to experiment with herbs or spices in the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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