Maple Mustard Glazed Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
245 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Maple Mustard Glazed Salmon
Description
The recipe begins by preheating the oven to 400°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. The glaze is prepared by mixing Dijon mustard, maple syrup, melted butter (or ghee), and minced garlic. Salmon fillets are seasoned on both sides with salt and pepper before being brushed generously with the glaze.
Placing the salmon on the baking sheet, it is baked for about 12 minutes until cooked through and flakes easily when tested. The glaze caramelizes slightly, adding both moisture and a balanced sweet-savory flavor. The garlic imparts a gentle pungency enhancing the mustard and maple syrup combination.
This dish pairs well with simple side dishes such as steamed vegetables or grains. Attention to uniform thickness of the fillets ensures even cooking. Leftovers can be stored airtight and gently reheated to preserve texture. Making the glaze ahead of time and refrigerating helps streamline preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon about 4 filets, Atlantic wild
- 2 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoon butter melted (or ghee for Paleo & Whole30, grass-fed
- 2 garlic minced, large cloves
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl combine 2 Tbsp dijon mustard, 2 Tbsp maple syrup, 2 Tbsp melted butter, and 2 large minced garlic cloves.
- Season both sides of the salmon filets with salt and pepper.
- Brush top of each salmon filet with maple mustard mixture and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake at 400 F for about 12 minutes, until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of salmon fillets; adjust accordingly.
- Prepare the glaze in advance and keep it chilled until ready to use.
- Use salmon filets of similar thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 186mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 589mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 220IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.