Maple Dijon Salmon
A quick and easy recipe for juicy salmon marinated in a rich blend of maple syrup, tangy Dijon mustard, and fragrant garlic.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Salmon Fillets
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
- 3 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Thyme or Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk it all together until smooth.
- Marinate the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the fish and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Prepare for Baking: Line a baking dish with parchment paper or foil. Transfer the marinated salmon onto the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the salmon in the preheated oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Glaze Midway: About halfway through, brush the reserved marinade over the fillets.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven, let it rest, then sprinkle with fresh thyme or parsley.
- Enjoy: Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
Feel free to add herbs or citrus to customize the flavor. This recipe can be prepared ahead by marinating the salmon in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, maple glaze, quick dinner, healthy recipe, easy meals