Description
This Maple Glazed Salmon recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a sticky, caramelized glaze made from pure maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, and lemon juice. Baked to tender, flaky perfection, this dish is quick to prepare and ideal for a healthy, flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
Maple Glaze
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Other
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the pure maple syrup, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined and ready to coat the salmon.
- Coat Salmon: Brush each salmon fillet with olive oil evenly on all sides to help prevent sticking and promote browning during baking. Then place the fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply Glaze: Generously spoon the maple glaze over each salmon fillet, ensuring each piece is well coated with the sweet and savory mixture for maximum flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the glaze is caramelized and slightly sticky.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and allow it to rest for a minute to let the juices redistribute before serving. This enhances flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic to maximize the intensity of flavor in the glaze.
- Low-sodium soy sauce helps reduce saltiness but maintains the umami taste.
- Make sure not to overbake the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
- The glaze can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a side of rice for a complete meal.
