Maple-Smoked Salmon with Heritage Vinegar

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Smoked salmon glazed with a sweet-tart maple-vinegar reduction, echoing historical American culinary techniques. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 28 minutes, pairs Salmon fillets, Maple syrup, Apple cider vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 13 min Serves 4 American cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brushed with 1 tbsp neutral oil.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Bake salmon for 12-14 minutes until edges are crisp and center reaches 125°F. Brush with 2/3 of the maple-vinegar glaze during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  4. Step 4: Let rest for 3 minutes, then drizzle with remaining glaze and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill before serving.

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