Maple Dijon Salmon
A succulent salmon dish with a sweet maple glaze and a hint of Dijon mustard, perfect for any dinner occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Salmon fillets
- ¼ cup Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the maple Dijon mixture over each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve.
Notes
You can substitute salmon with trout or other fatty fish. Experiment with adding spices or fresh herbs for a twist on flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: salmon, maple glaze, Dijon mustard, quick dinner, healthy recipes