Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Garlic Green Beans
Tender salmon fillets baked with a sweet maple glaze, paired with garlic-sautéed green beans for a balanced and flavorful meal. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, maple syrup, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 minced, divided garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb trimmed fresh green beans
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the maple glaze, reserving some for after baking.
- Step 3: Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from oven and brush again with reserved glaze.
- Step 4: While salmon bakes, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Add 1 lb trimmed fresh green beans and 1 tsp salt to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes until green beans are tender-crisp and slightly blistered.
- Step 6: Serve the maple-glazed salmon alongside garlic green beans for a colorful, flavorful dinner.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Garlic Green Beans take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Garlic Green Beans?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Garlic Green Beans?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Garlic Green Beans for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Garlic Green Beans?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
