Maple Balsamic Glazed Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Maple Balsamic Glazed Salmon, a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors paired with the rich, flaky texture of perfectly cooked salmon. This recipe combines pure maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and soy sauce to create a luscious glaze, enhanced with aromatic garlic and a hint of black pepper. In just 25 minutes, including prep and cook time, you can have this effortlessly elegant dish on the table, making it ideal for busy evenings or simple entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with bright lemon wedges, this salmon pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or your favorite side dish for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal. Healthy, flavorful, and easy to prepare, this oven-baked recipe is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 0.25 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, black pepper, and sea salt until well combined.

Step 3

Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Brush the maple balsamic glaze generously over the salmon fillets, making sure they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6

Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.

Step 8

Enjoy your Maple Balsamic Glazed Salmon with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	690.5 grams (690.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1264

Total Fat 70.20g	90%
Saturated Fat 10.20g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 1575mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate 53.50g	19%
Dietary Fiber 6.00g	21%
Total Sugars 42.60g
Protein 106.50g	213%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83mg	6%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 371mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 16.8%