Maple-Glazed Salmon with Dill Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

Perfectly seared salmon with a sweet maple glaze, served with a tangy dill sauce and roasted carrots for a healthy, flavorful dinner. This american-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes blends salmon fillets, maple syrup, soy sauce into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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

• 6 oz salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 12 oz carrots
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 6 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then rub with 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp lemon juice, pressing gently to adhere.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until golden brown.
3. Step 3: Flip salmon, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5-6 minutes more until opaque and easily flakes with a fork, then set aside.
4. Step 4: Whisk 2 tbsp fresh dill, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl for the sauce.
5. Step 5: Toss 12 oz sliced carrots with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet, then roast at 425°F for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.