Maple Mustard Salmon

Maple Mustard Salmon is a quick dinner that is full of flavor for a quick weeknight dinner. This 4 ingredient recipe is lighter option that can be grilled or baked.

Grilled Salmon is great for a lighter dinner option and it is really simple to cook. We also love salmon tacos for twist on Taco Tuesday. If you are looking for a quick meal that is on the healthier side, give this easy salmon recipe a try.

Ingredients Needed for Maple Mustard Salmon Recipe

• Salmon Fillet
• Pure Maple Syrup
• Spicy Brown Mustard or Dijon Mustard
• Granulated Garlic
• Optional Garnishes: Toasted sliced almonds, fresh herbs.

Step-By-Step Directions for Maple Mustard Salmon

1. In a small bowl, mix together maple syrup, mustard and garlic. Set aside.
2. Remove salmon from packaging and pat dry with a paper towel. Place on a rimmed baking sheet.
3. Prepare a grill fire to 300°.

3. Place salmon, skin side down onto the grill and brush with maple mustard. Close the grill, cooking about 10 minutes.
4. Brush salmon with remaining mustard mixture and continue to cook until salmon reaches 145° using a digital meat thermometer. Remove to a serving tray.

5. Garnish salmon with toasted sliced almonds and herbs if desired.

6. Flake salmon apart with 2 forks to serve in salmon bowls or slice into thirds.

Serving: Serve salmon over cooked farro or rice pilaf with sautéed mushrooms, broccoli or green beans. Salmon bowls make a hearty meal that is both healthy and delicious.

Recipe Notes

• Oven Directions: Place salmon on a parchment lined baking sheet. Brush with maple mustard and bake in a preheated 400° oven. Cook for 10 minutes, brush with maple mustard and continue to cook another 5 – 8 minutes or until salmon reaches 145° using a digital meat thermometer.
• Storage: Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator 1-2 days.
• Reheat: Reheat salmon in a skillet, lightly coated with olive oil over medium heat, stirring until heated through.

More Delicious Fish Recipes to Try

• Salmon Toast
• Oven Roasted Salmon with Spinach Pesto
• Grilled Fish Tacos
• Grilled Catfish

This delicious Maple Mustard Salmon is made with 4 ingredients for a quick weeknight dinner that is so satisfying and delicious.

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Maple Mustard Salmon

Maple Mustard Salmon is a quick dinner that is full of flavor for a quick weeknight dinner. This 4 ingredient recipe is lighter option that can be grilled or baked.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Course: Seafood

Cuisine: American

Keyword: fish recipe, grilled salmon

Servings: 3

Calories: 212kcal

Author: Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon real maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard or dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 12 ounces salmon fillet
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds toasted, optional for garnish
• 1 tablespoon fresh herbs dill, basil or parsley, optional for garnish

Instructions

• Prepare a grill fire to 300°.
• In a small bowl, mix together maple syrup, mustard and garlic. Set aside.
• Remove salmon from packaging and pat dry with a paper towel. Place on a rimmed baking sheet.
• Place salmon, skin side down onto the grill and brush with maple mustard. Close the grill, cooking about 10 minutes.
• Brush salmon with remaining mustard mixture and continue to cook until salmon reaches 145° using a digital meat thermometer. Remove to a serving tray.
• Garnish salmon with toasted sliced almonds and herbs if desired.
• Flake salmon apart with 2 forks to serve in salmon bowls or slice into thirds for serving.

Notes

• Oven Directions: Place salmon on a parchment lined baking sheet. Brush with maple mustard and bake in a preheated 400° oven. Cook for 10 minutes, brush with maple mustard and continue to cook another 5 – 8 minutes or until salmon reaches 145° using a digital meat thermometer.
• Storage: Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator 1-2 days.
• Reheat: Reheat salmon in a skillet, lightly coated with olive oil over medium heat, stirring until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 639mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg