Maple-Glazed Salmon with Herb Roasted Vegetables
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a sweet maple-bourbon glaze, paired with tender roasted vegetables seasoned with fresh herbs. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds zucchini
- 1 tbsp, chopped rosemary
- 1 tbsp, chopped thyme
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp bourbon, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard; brush half of this mixture over the salmon fillets.
- Step 3: Arrange 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, and 1 medium sliced zucchini on a baking sheet, then toss with 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tbsp olive oil (the remaining oil from step 2).
- Step 4: Place the seasoned salmon fillets on top of the vegetables on the baking sheet, then brush the remaining glaze over the salmon.
- Step 5: Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and vegetables are tender with slightly caramelized edges.
- Step 6: Serve immediately with extra herbs for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Salmon with Herb Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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-Glazed Salmon with Herb 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-Glazed Salmon with Herb 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-Glazed Salmon with Herb 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-Glazed Salmon with Herb 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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
