Maple Glazed Salmon with Pecans
Maple Glazed Salmon with Pecans is a delightful dish that marries sweet and savory flavors, featuring tender salmon fillets topped with a rich maple pecan glaze. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and entertaining guests. The combination of maple syrup’s natural sweetness and toasted pecans creates a delicious crust, while the salmon remains moist and flavorful. Serve it alongside seasonal vegetables or a light salad for a well-balanced meal that will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 skin-on fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup raw pecans, coarsely chopped
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
- 3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet and brush generously with the glaze mixture.
- 4. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the glazed salmon, pressing them lightly to adhere.
- 5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- 6. Let rest for a few minutes before serving, drizzling any remaining glaze over each fillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg