Description
This Maple Dijon Salmon recipe delivers a burst of flavor in just 15 minutes. It’s a quick, easy, and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. The sweet maple syrup and tangy Dijon mustard create a perfect glaze for tender salmon fillets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable) in the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- Flip the salmon. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup and Dijon mustard.
- Pour the maple Dijon glaze over the salmon.
- Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze has thickened. Spoon the glaze over the salmon as it cooks.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of maple syrup and Dijon mustard to your preference.
- For a spicier glaze, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg