Sweet Maple Glazed Salmon Fillets Recipe
This irresistible sweet maple glazed salmon recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, featuring a simple marinade of maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic. Baked to tender perfection, this dish makes an excellent quick weeknight dinner that’s both flavorful and healthy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Salmon Fillets
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Marinade
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote easy cleanup.
- Make Marinade: In a bowl, combine the maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic, stirring well to create the flavorful marinade for the salmon.
- Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin side down on the prepared baking sheet. Season each fillet with salt and pepper according to taste, then pour half of the marinade evenly over the fillets to start infusing flavor.
- Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. This ensures the fillets are perfectly cooked and tender.
- Glaze Salmon: About 5 minutes before the salmon finishes cooking, brush the remaining marinade over the fillets to create a glossy, flavorful glaze.
- Rest and Garnish: Allow the salmon to rest for a couple of minutes after baking, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add a touch of color and fresh herbal flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon is not overcooked to keep it moist and tender.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the marinade by modifying the amount of maple syrup.
