Baked Salmon with Maple Glaze (Printer-friendly)

Tender salmon fillets baked and coated with a sweet and savory maple glaze for a flavorful main.

# What You Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless

→ Glaze

02 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
03 - 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
04 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives
09 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce or tamari, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper.
03 - Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet with skin side down if applicable.
04 - Brush a generous layer of glaze over each fillet, reserving some for basting during baking.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. Halfway through, brush remaining glaze over fillets.
06 - Remove from oven, let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The glaze balances sweet maple with tangy mustard and soy, creating layers of flavor that cling to every bite.
  • It takes only 25 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy evenings when you want something special without the fuss.
02 -
  • Don't overbake the salmon or it will dry out, check at 12 minutes and look for opaque flesh that flakes gently.
  • Basting halfway through is key to building that glossy, caramelized crust that makes this dish shine.
03 -
  • Let the salmon sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before baking so it cooks more evenly.
  • If your fillets are thick, tent them loosely with foil after the first baste to prevent the glaze from burning while the center finishes cooking.

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