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Maple Dijon Salmon: The Perfect 20-Minute Weeknight Dinner

This Maple Dijon Salmon recipe is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution! Get a healthy, flavorful, and incredibly easy meal on the table in just 20 minutes with a simple 4-ingredient sweet and tangy glaze.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets skin-on or skinless
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Small Bowl
  • 1 Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season generously with salt and pepper. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and soy sauce until smooth.
  3. Spoon about two-thirds of the glaze over the salmon fillets, spreading it evenly. Reserve the rest of the glaze for serving.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 140-145°F.
  5. For extra caramelization, turn the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent the glaze from burning.
  6. Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Drizzle with the reserved glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalProtein: 34gFat: 21gFiber: 1g

Notes

Tip 1: Don't overcook the salmon! Use a meat thermometer to pull it from the oven at 140°F for the most tender, flaky result.
Tip 2: For easy cleanup, make sure to use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Tip 3: Patting the salmon dry before seasoning is key for helping the glaze stick and the skin to get crisp.
Keyword baked salmon,easy salmon recipe,Maple Dijon Salmon

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