Description
Elevate your dinner game with this Mouthwatering Maple Glazed Baked Salmon—a fast, flavorful, and healthy option for weeknights or special occasions. With rich, flaky salmon fillets coated in a glossy maple-soy glaze, this dish brings sweet and savory harmony to the table in under 30 minutes. Ideal for quick dinner ideas, healthy seafood meals, and effortless food ideas that feel gourmet. This easy recipe will become a staple in your collection of dinner ideas and healthy eating inspiration.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Lemon wedges, for serving
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, minced garlic, black pepper, and olive oil.
4. Brush or spoon the maple glaze evenly over each fillet, making sure they are well coated.
5. Bake the salmon for 12–15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and the top is slightly caramelized.
6. Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as jasmine rice, roasted vegetables, or salad.
7. Garnish with lemon juice and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For perfect doneness, use a meat thermometer and aim for 125°F to 130°F internal temperature.
If you’re short on maple syrup, honey is a great substitute.
Pat salmon dry before glazing to help the sauce stick better and caramelize evenly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg