This maple dijon salmon is a delicious and simple way to enjoy fish. The salmon is topped with a sweet & savory marinade and fresh parsley, then perfectly cooked until flakey. It’s such a simple recipe, but one that the whole family will enjoy.
Serve it with my Green Goddess Orzo for a well-rounded weeknight dinner.
I’m all about keeping weeknight dinners simple. The marinade is made with just 6 basic ingredients, and truly elevates the salmon.
This dish is so versatile that it pairs well with so many different sides, like roasted potatoes, a kale salad or pasta dish.
What to serve with your salmon
I originally made this dish a few weeks ago for my in-laws when they stopped by for lunch. It was so easy to make, and the sweet and savory flavors were unbeatable. I knew I had to remake it for the blog.
Ingredients you’ll need for maple dijon salmon
- Salmon fillet– about 1.5 oz
- Dijon mustard– I love using whole grain mustard
- Pure maple syrup
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Salt
- Fresh herbs
- Prepare the marinade in a small bowl by whisking together the mustard, maple, olive oil, garlic, herbs and salt & pepper
- Season the salmon fillet with salt & pepper then pour the marinade on top
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the fish flakes easily
- Top with a squeeze of lemon juice
I like to switch up the herbs when I make this. Parsley, cilantro and dill are my top 3 choices for this recipe.
REHEATING LEFTOVERS: leftover salmon doesn’t always heat up the best, so I like to either eat it cold over a salad, or heat it up on a skillet for a few minutes so it gets crispy. Leftovers should stay fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days
Make it a meal
Here are a few other ideas for what to serve with your salmon
- Roasted brussels sprouts, like these maple balsamic roasted sprouts
- Crispy potatoes, or my favorite garlic smashed potatoes
- Oven-baked crispy zucchini chips
- A hearty side salad, like this Thai salad with peanut dressing
Be sure to check out some other salmon recipes to make during the week, like these Spinach and Feta Salmon Burgers, or Honey Garlic Salmon
Maple Dijon Salmon
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs salmon fillet
- Salt & pepper
Maple Dijon Glaze
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 clove of garlic, crushed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Handful of fresh herbs, chopped- I used parsley and cilantro
Serve with
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375 F
- Place your salmon on a parchment lined baking sheet and pat it dry. Season with salt and pepper
- In a small bowl, mix together the dijon, maple, olive oil, herbs, salt and garlic. Pour it over the salmon
- Bake for about 15-18 minutes. Timing will depend on the thickness of the salmon. The salmon should flake easily with a fork when ready
- Top with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice when serving
So good and so easy!! Made exactly as written and will definitely be making again!
I’m so happy to hear that!
So glad you enjoyed it, Alyssa!
Perfect, easy and delicious. We grilled our salmon and served with grilled garden veggies: onion, cauliflower, broccoli, snow peas, and summer squash.
Sounds so good!!