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A glazed salmon fillet on a plate, garnished with fresh chives and toasted sesame seeds
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Maple Glazed Salmon

Make oven-baked maple glazed salmon with mustard and citrus. Get tips for coating the fillets, preventing burnt glaze and checking doneness.
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword maple glazed salmon
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 360kcal
Author C. Sophie

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 1 lb salmon fillets 4 small fillets or 3 5-oz portions

Glaze

  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl until emulsified.
  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
  • Apply 1/3 of the glaze to the salmon fillets, making sure they are evenly coated.
  • Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Apply another 1/3 of the glaze to the salmon fillets and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  • Remove the salmon from the oven and apply the final 1/3 of the glaze.
  • Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chives and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Nutritional information:
  • Calories: 360
  • Protein: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Potassium: 500mg
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Vitamin A: 10 IU
  • Vitamin C: 10mg
  • Calcium: 10mg
  • Iron: 2mg
Tip: Let the preparation cool completely before sealing containers to limit condensation and preserve texture.