Description
Maple glazed salmon is a delightful dish that combines flaky, tender salmon fillets with a rich maple syrup glaze, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. This easy-to-make recipe transforms weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences, making it ideal for both special occasions and everyday meals. With a beautiful presentation and versatility in side pairings, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper until well combined.
- Coat the salmon fillets with olive oil and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Generously spoon the maple glaze over each fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the glaze is caramelized.
- Allow to rest for a minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg