Sautéed Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a maple syrup reduction paired with caramelized roasted root vegetables. This canadian-inspired seafood ready in about 50 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, maple syrup, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 35 min Serves 4 Canadian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 medium peeled carrots, 2 medium peeled parsnips, and 1 small cut red onion wedges with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and tender.
  2. Step 2: While vegetables roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until edges are crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and add 3 tbsp maple syrup to the pan. Tilt pan slightly and spoon the syrup over salmon as it cooks for another 3-4 minutes until glaze thickens and salmon is cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Plate salmon with roasted vegetables and garnish with lemon wedges for squeezing over before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep 6 oz each salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sautéed Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Canadian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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