Description
Maple Cinnamon Glazed Salmon is a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
- While the salmon is baking, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan and simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
- Brush the thickened glaze over the salmon and return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, place the salmon in the oven at a low temperature.
- For freezing, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil; it can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, maple, cinnamon, glazed, healthy, dinner