Smoked Maple-Glazed Salmon with Citrus and Fresh Dill

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Rich salmon fillets smoked gently over wood chips and brushed with a sweet maple glaze, accented by bright citrus and fresh dill. This American-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard 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: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to form the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and brush both sides generously with half of the maple glaze. Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill evenly over the fillets.
  3. Step 3: Preheat smoker or grill with a smoker box loaded with a handful of wood chips to medium heat (about 275°F).
  4. Step 4: Place salmon fillets on the smoker rack skin side down and smoke gently for 30-35 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Step 5: During the last 5 minutes, brush remaining maple glaze over the salmon to create a glossy finish. Remove from heat and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

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