Wood-Grilled Salmon with Maple-Mustard Glaze
Tender salmon fillets wood-grilled and brushed with a sweet and tangy maple-mustard glaze, served with charred lemon slices. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs 6 oz each 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 320 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 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1, sliced into 6 rounds lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves until emulsified.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with paper towels, then season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Reserve 2 tbsp of the maple-mustard glaze for serving.
- Step 3: Brush the remaining glaze generously over the salmon fillets. Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to get grill marks.
- Step 4: Carefully flip the salmon and grill for another 3-4 minutes, brushing more glaze on top, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Step 5: During the last 2 minutes, place 6 lemon slices on the grill and cook until lightly charred.
- Step 6: Serve the grilled salmon topped with reserved glaze and charred lemon slices for squeezing over.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Grilled Salmon with Maple-Mustard Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Wood-Grilled Salmon with Maple-Mustard Glaze?
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 Wood-Grilled Salmon with Maple-Mustard Glaze?
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 Wood-Grilled Salmon with Maple-Mustard Glaze 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 Wood-Grilled Salmon with Maple-Mustard Glaze?
American 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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