Maple Dijon Salmon
A delightful salmon dish with the sweet touch of maple syrup and the tang of Dijon mustard, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Salmon Fillets
- 1/3 cup Maple Syrup
- 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Marinate the Salmon: Place your salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Allow the salmon to marinate for about 15-30 minutes.
- Prepare for Baking: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and nestle the marinated salmon fillets onto the baking sheet.
- Bake the Salmon: Bake for around 12-15 minutes or until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Glaze it Up: Turn on the broiler for the last 2 minutes of cooking for extra caramelization on top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes and drizzle any remaining marinade from the baking sheet over the top.
Notes
You can substitute ingredients as needed, like swapping soy sauce for gluten-free options. Adjust the marinade to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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