Twenty minutes and a simple glaze make for the most mouthwatering salmon you’ll ever eat.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy-to-make recipe for Quick Maple-Glazed Baked Salmon.

1. Info for Quick Maple-Glazed Baked Salmon

  • Cook Time: 12 min
  • Total Time: 12 min
  • Servings: 4
  • Calories: 289.08 kcal

2. Ingredients for Quick Maple-Glazed Baked Salmon

  • 4 Atlantic salmon filets (5 oz each)
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • Black pepper
  • 2 Tbs. maple syrup
  • 2 Tbs. Dijon mustard
  • ½ a lemon, for serving

3. Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin side down on the baking sheet, and gently pat with a paper towel. Sprinkle the top of the salmon with the salt and black pepper.
  4. Place the maple syrup and Dijon mustard in a small mixing bowl. Whisk to thoroughly combine.
  5. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the maple mustard glaze down the center of each salmon fillet, allowing it to drip over the sides.
  6. Bake the salmon on middle rack of oven until glaze is caramelized and salmon flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
  7. Check to see that salmon is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
  8. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over salmon if desired. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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4. Chef’s Tips for Perfect Results

For the best maple-glazed salmon, choose fillets of even thickness to ensure uniform cooking. If your salmon has skin, score it lightly with a knife to prevent curling during baking. Don’t have Dijon mustard? Whole grain mustard works beautifully as a substitute and adds extra texture. For a deeper caramelization, switch to broil for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning. The internal temperature should reach 145°F for perfectly flaky, moist salmon. Let the fish rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute before serving.