Maple Glazed Baked Salmon
This maple glazed baked salmon is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and rich flavors, making it an ideal choice for a quick dinner, easy recipe, or healthy meal idea. The tender, flaky salmon is coated in a glossy maple garlic glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Whether you're looking for simple dinner ideas, healthy food ideas, or a quick weeknight meal, this dish delivers both flavor and convenience in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- 2. Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down in the prepared dish.
- 3. In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, and black pepper.
- 4. Pour the glaze evenly over the salmon, ensuring each fillet is well coated.
- 5. Let the salmon sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- 6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily.
- 7. Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes to caramelize the top.
- 8. Remove from oven, spoon extra glaze over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh, high-quality salmon for the best flavor and texture.
Do not overcook the salmon, as it can become dry very quickly.
Broil carefully at the end to avoid burning the maple glaze.
Nutrition
Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 480mgSugar: 10g
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