Minnehaha Park-Inspired Wild Berry and Maple Glazed Salmon

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Pan-seared salmon glazed with a sweet and tangy wild berry and maple syrup reduction, evoking the fresh flavors of Minnesota's Minnehaha Park. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy and edges are opaque.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through and salmon flakes easily.
  4. Step 4: While salmon cooks, combine 1 cup mixed wild berries, 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries break down and sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Spoon the warm wild berry and maple glaze over the cooked salmon fillets and serve immediately with your choice of sides.

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