Pan-Roasted Salmon with Maple Mustard Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-27 · Updated 2026-05-27

Tender pan-roasted salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy maple mustard sauce that caramelizes beautifully. This American-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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

• 2 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2, finely minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp, chopped (optional) fresh thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 2 finely minced garlic cloves until smooth.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until the edges are crispy.
4. Step 4: Flip the salmon and immediately brush the maple mustard glaze evenly over the top of each fillet. Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze caramelizes.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme if using, and serve warm.