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Best Oven-Baked Maple Soy Glazed Salmon

Irresistible Best Oven-Baked Maple Soy Glazed Salmon Recipe

This Best Oven-Baked Maple Soy Glazed Salmon recipe blends sweet maple syrup and savory soy sauce for a healthy, satisfying dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup substitute with agave syrup for a vegan option
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar; can be replaced with granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or use lemon juice as a substitute
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh is preferred; garlic powder can be used
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika can be used for a different flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper fresh black pepper preferred
For the Salmon
  • 2 pounds salmon fillets opt for wild-caught salmon
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional, can be omitted if using fresh garlic

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 385°F (195°C).
  2. Whisk together the maple syrup, coconut sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, and black pepper in a medium bowl.
  3. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with aluminum foil and place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish.
  4. Generously season the salmon with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with garlic powder and additional paprika.
  5. Pour the glaze mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring each piece is coated.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Check the internal temperature of the salmon; it should reach 145°F (63°C).
  8. Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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