Pacific Northwest Cedar-Planked Salmon with Maple Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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Fresh salmon fillets roasted on a cedar plank deliver smoky flavor, enhanced by a sweet and tangy maple glaze characteristic of the Pacific Northwest. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 90 minutes, pairs 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 360 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: 65 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 360 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp lemon zest
1 plank (soaked in water for 1 hour) cedar plank
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Soak 1 cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning during cooking.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp lemon zest until smooth.
Step 3: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly brush 1 tbsp olive oil on 4 salmon fillets and season with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 4: Place the soaked cedar plank on a baking sheet. Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down on the plank.
Step 5: Brush the maple glaze generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
Step 6: Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and glaze is caramelized.
Step 7: Serve the smoky, sweet-glazed salmon directly from the cedar plank for a true Pacific Northwest experience.