Description
Succulent salmon gets a flavor boost with maple mustard glaze, elevating a simple seafood dish to gourmet heights. Crisp Canadian-inspired flavors meld perfectly, promising a delightful meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 170 g each)
- 2 tbsps Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsps pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp whole grain mustard (optional, for texture)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for effortless cleanup and non-stick cooking.
- Marinade Creation: Whisk Dijon mustard, maple syrup, whole grain mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl until thoroughly combined, creating a rich and tangy glaze.
- Salmon Positioning: Carefully pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure maximum sauce adherence, then arrange skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, allowing even heat distribution.
- Glazing Process: Generously spoon the maple mustard mixture over each salmon fillet, ensuring complete and uniform coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Roasting Stage: Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the salmon becomes easily flakable with a fork and turns opaque throughout its center.
- Finishing Touch: Optional garnish with freshly chopped parsley or a zesty lemon squeeze to enhance the dish’s brightness and add a final aromatic layer before serving warm.
Notes
- Select high-quality, fresh salmon fillets with vibrant color and firm texture for the best flavor and optimal cooking results.
- Brush the maple mustard mixture evenly, ensuring complete coverage without oversaturating the fish to maintain a perfect glaze consistency.
- Check salmon at 10 minutes to prevent overcooking; salmon should be just opaque and flake easily to retain moisture and tenderness.
- Experiment with adding smoked paprika, fresh thyme, or red pepper flakes to the maple mustard mixture for personalized taste profiles and exciting culinary twists.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg