Golden Maple Glazed Salmon
A sweet-and-savory salmon dish with a sticky maple glaze, served with roasted asparagus and quinoa. This american-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 40 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 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 bunch trimmed asparagus
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Place salmon fillets on prepared baking sheet. Brush glaze evenly over each fillet. Bake for 18-20 minutes until salmon is flaky and glaze is caramelized.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Serve salmon with asparagus and quinoa, drizzled with remaining glaze.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Golden Maple Glazed Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Golden Maple Glazed Salmon?
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 Golden Maple Glazed Salmon?
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 Golden Maple Glazed Salmon 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 Golden Maple Glazed Salmon 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.
What others are saying
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The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
