Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Carrots
Flaky salmon fillets with a sweet maple glaze and tender roasted carrots. This american-inspired seafood (gluten-free, low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs salmon fillets, carrots, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 oz salmon fillets
- 12 oz carrots
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Trim carrot ends, cut into 1-inch pieces, and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the same baking sheet. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp dijon mustard, and juice from 1/2 lemon. Brush half the mixture over salmon and carrots.
- Step 4: Roast for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and carrots are tender. Brush with remaining glaze and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Carrots 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 Roasted Carrots?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Carrots?
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 Roasted Carrots for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
Is Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Carrots gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
