Maple-Glazed Grilled Salmon with Dill Cucumber Relish

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

Salmon fillets brushed with a sweet maple glaze, grilled to flaky perfection and served with a refreshing cucumber and dill relish. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup English cucumber, diced
• 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
2. Step 2: Brush 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) generously on all sides with the maple glaze and let rest while preparing the grill.
3. Step 3: Preheat a gas grill to medium heat, approximately 375°F, and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
4. Step 4: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes without moving to develop grill marks.
5. Step 5: Flip the salmon carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the flesh flakes easily with a fork and internal temperature reaches 145°F, brushing with remaining glaze once more.
6. Step 6: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup diced English cucumber, 3 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp honey in a bowl. Stir well and let the flavors meld for 10 minutes.
7. Step 7: Serve the grilled maple-glazed salmon topped with the chilled dill cucumber relish for a balanced sweet and tangy accompaniment.