Half-Spice Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Veggies
Salmon fillets coated in a sweet-tangy maple glaze and served alongside perfectly roasted seasonal vegetables for a balanced, flavorful meal. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 minutes pairs 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 340 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
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cups (cut into florets) broccoli
- 2 medium (sliced into 1/4-inch coins) carrots
- 1/2 (sliced into wedges) red onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss broccoli, carrots, and red onion with 1 tbsp avocado oil, minced garlic, 1/4 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme. Spread on a sheet pan and roast for 15 minutes until edges are crispy.
- Step 2: Whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl for the glaze.
- Step 3: Pat salmon fillets dry, then brush evenly with the maple glaze mixture. Place salmon on top of the roasted vegetables on the sheet pan.
- Step 4: Return to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, let rest for 3 minutes, then serve immediately with the roasted vegetables and any pan juices.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Spice Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Veggies 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 Half-Spice Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Veggies?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Spice Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Veggies?
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 Half-Spice Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Veggies 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 Half-Spice Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Veggies?
American sheet pan 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 some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.









