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 seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, and 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 salmon fillets, 6 oz each
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped (optional)

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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.