Maple-Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables
Flaky salmon fillets coated in a sweet-smoky maple-bourbon glaze, served with roasted carrots and broccoli. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, maple syrup, bourbon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 bourbon
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cups, peeled and chopped carrots
- 2 cups, cut into florets broccoli
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 cups chopped carrots and 2 cups broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp bourbon, and 1 tbsp soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet with the maple-bourbon mixture.
- Step 4: Bake salmon at 425°F for 12 minutes, or until opaque and flaky.
- Step 5: Remove vegetables from oven and arrange on a serving plate. Top with salmon and drizzle with any remaining glaze from the baking sheet.
- Step 6: Serve immediately with extra glaze on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables 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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables?
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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables?
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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables 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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Roasted Vegetables?
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
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
