Cedar-Plank Salmon with Maple Mustard Glaze
Salmon fillets grilled on cedar planks infused with a sweet and tangy maple mustard glaze for a delicate smoky flavor. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs salmon fillets with skin, maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 with skin
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4, soaked in water for 1 hour cedar planks
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with skin on and brush the top side generously with the maple mustard glaze.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium heat, around 350°F. Place each soaked cedar plank directly on the grill grates and close the lid, heating for 3 minutes until you begin to smell the wood smoke.
- Step 4: Place each salmon fillet, glazed side up, on a cedar plank and close the grill lid. Cook for 15-18 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F internally.
- Step 5: Remove planks from grill carefully and let salmon rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing smoky, sweet glaze flavors to settle.









