Best Maple-Glazed Salmon with Dill
Succulent salmon fillets glazed with sweet maple and tangy dill, grilled to perfection. This scandinavian-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, 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 fillets
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 medium, zested and juiced lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Marinate salmon fillets for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Place salmon on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the flesh is opaque and the glaze is caramelized.
- Step 3: Baste the salmon with remaining glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Serve immediately, garnished with additional dill.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best Maple-Glazed Salmon with Dill take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Best Maple-Glazed Salmon with Dill?
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 Best Maple-Glazed Salmon with Dill?
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 Best Maple-Glazed Salmon with Dill 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 Best Maple-Glazed Salmon with Dill?
Scandinavian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★★
Perfect seafood recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
