Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Maple Pecan Glazed Salmon, a quick and easy dish that brings together sweet maple syrup and crunchy pecans to enhance tender salmon fillets. In just 20 minutes, you can create a stunning meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This recipe not only impresses with its beautiful presentation but also offers nutritional benefits, making it a fantastic choice for health-conscious diners. Serve it alongside fresh salads, grains, or roasted vegetables for a well-rounded meal that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin on or skinless)
- 2/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Kosher salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400ºF.
- Rub salmon fillets with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Place seasoned fillets in a baking dish and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small pan over medium heat and toast pecans for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard; cook until thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Spoon the glaze over baked salmon and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (about 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg