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Maple Mustard Salmon with Balanced Sweet Heat

A glistening fillet of Maple Mustard Salmon baked on a sheet pan with roasted sweet potatoes and carrots.
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A simple and flavorful recipe for baked salmon with roasted root vegetables, featuring a sweet and tangy maple-mustard glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed into 1-inch chunks
  • Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it with olive oil.
  2. Toss the chopped carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, and half of the garlic powder. Spread the vegetables on one side of the baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon olive oil, the remaining garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the glaze.
  4. Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down on the empty side of the baking sheet. Brush the tops and sides of the salmon with the maple-mustard glaze.
  5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily and the vegetables are tender.
  6. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
  • Do not overbake the salmon; it should remain moist.
  • Add fresh thyme after roasting for best flavor.
  • Using parchment paper or greasing the baking sheet prevents sticking.

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Keywords: maple mustard salmon, baked salmon, roasted vegetables, sweet heat salmon, easy salmon recipe, healthy dinner

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