Smoky Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli
Perfectly seared salmon with a sweet-savory glaze, served alongside crispy roasted broccoli. This american-inspired one pot (high-protein, gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, maple syrup, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1.5 lbs broccoli
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 lemon
- 1 tbsp dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat salmon fillets dry, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp salt. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk maple syrup, soy sauce, and remaining 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Brush half over salmon, reserving the rest for later.
- Step 3: Cut broccoli into florets and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Arrange around salmon on the sheet pan.
- Step 4: Roast for 12-14 minutes until salmon is opaque in the center and broccoli is tender-crisp. Brush remaining glaze over salmon during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
- Step 5: Squeeze lemon over salmon and sprinkle with fresh dill before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoky Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Smoky Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli?
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 Smoky Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli?
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 Smoky Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli 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.
Is Smoky Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli high-protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
