Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Tender salmon fillets brushed with a sweet maple glaze, paired with earthy roasted carrots and parsnips for a wholesome dinner. This north american-inspired seafood ready in about 50 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 North American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, whisk 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined.
  2. Step 2: Toss 3 tbsp olive oil with 3 cups of cut carrots and parsnips, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking tray. Brush each with the maple-mustard glaze and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: After the vegetables roast for 20 minutes, add the salmon to the oven and bake everything for another 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Step 5: Serve salmon with roasted root vegetables and 1 lemon wedge per plate for squeezing over.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Roasted Root Vegetables?

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 Roasted Root Vegetables?

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 Roasted Root Vegetables 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 Roasted Root Vegetables?

North 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.

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