Half-Sweet Maple-Glazed Salmon
Elegant salmon fillets with a delicate balance of maple syrup and Dijon mustard, roasted until flaky and golden. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 28 minutes pairs (5 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 310 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 (juiced) lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp kosher salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: Brush the maple-mustard mixture evenly over salmon fillets, ensuring full coverage. Top each with 1 tbsp fresh dill.
- Step 4: Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, basting once halfway through with reserved sauce.
- Step 5: Let rest for 3 minutes before serving, drizzling any remaining pan sauce over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Sweet Maple-Glazed Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 28 minutes (15 min prep + 13 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-Sweet 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 (5 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Sweet 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 Half-Sweet 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.
What goes well with Half-Sweet Maple-Glazed Salmon?
American 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
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
