Maple-Glazed Salmon with Wild Rice and Sautéed Green Beans

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Sweet maple glaze complements tender salmon fillets served atop nutty wild rice and crisp-tender green beans for a balanced weeknight dinner. This canadian-inspired seafood (gluten-free, high-protein) ready in about 55 minutes pairs (6 oz each) Salmon fillets, Maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Canadian cuisine 580 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring 1 cup water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 cup wild rice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp olive oil until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: Trim ends from 12 oz green beans. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add green beans to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Season 4 salmon fillets with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place in a greased baking dish. Brush with 2 tbsp maple glaze (reserving 1 tbsp for serving). Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  6. Step 6: Remove rice from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve salmon over rice with green beans, drizzling with reserved glaze and lemon zest.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Salmon with Wild Rice and Sautéed Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Wild Rice and Sautéed Green Beans?

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 Wild Rice and Sautéed Green Beans?

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 Wild Rice and Sautéed Green Beans 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.

Is Maple-Glazed Salmon with Wild Rice and Sautéed Green Beans gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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