Restaurant Style Maple Pecan Salmon
Elevate your seafood dinner with this Restaurant Style Maple Pecan Salmon—a stunning dish that combines sweet, savory, and nutty flavors in perfect harmony. Succulent salmon fillets are glazed with a luscious maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic marinade, then topped with buttery toasted pecans for a crunchy, caramelized finish. Baked to flaky perfection in just under 20 minutes, this recipe is as simple as it is impressive, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a gourmet meal that’s ready in under 35 minutes. Packed with bold flavors and easy to prepare, this maple pecan salmon will transport your taste buds to fine dining right in your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-ounce each) salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup (chopped) pecans
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and lemon juice until fully combined.
Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped pecans and toast them, stirring frequently, for about 2-3 minutes until they are fragrant and slightly golden. Remove from heat and stir in the tablespoon of butter to coat the pecans.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Using a brush or spoon, generously coat the top of each fillet with the maple glaze.
Sprinkle the toasted pecans evenly over the glazed salmon fillets, pressing them gently to adhere to the surface.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should read 145°F (63°C) for perfect doneness.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve the salmon warm, garnished with extra fresh lemon wedges if desired. Pair with roasted vegetables or a side of rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.9 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 305 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 3296 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 149.6 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 368 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
