Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts
Tender salmon fillets baked with a maple glaze, served alongside caramelized roasted sweet potatoes and crispy Brussels sprouts. This north american-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillet, 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillet
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium (about 400 g) sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 300 g Brussels sprouts, halved
- 4 tbsp, divided olive oil
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
- Step 2: Toss 2 cubed medium sweet potatoes and 300 g halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves. Spread on a large baking sheet in a single layer.
- Step 3: Roast vegetables in the oven for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Remove the baking sheet from oven, push vegetables to the sides, and place salmon fillets in the center. Brush each fillet generously with the maple glaze.
- Step 5: Return to oven and roast for an additional 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Step 6: Remove from oven, sprinkle remaining fresh thyme, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts?
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 fillet from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts?
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 Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts 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.
Is Baked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts gluten free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.