Maple-Glazed Salmon | Cook for Your Life
teriyaki glazed salmon with orange

Maple-Glazed Salmon

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Clock Icon for Prep Time 20 min prep
Person Icon for Serving Size 5 servings
Carrot Icon for Number of Ingredients Size 6 ingredients

A light marinade or glaze is an easy way to liven up an everyday piece of salmon and get your omega- 3s. This dish is a subtle, Americanized version of a traditional Japanese teriyaki...


Ingredients

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1-pound salmon fillet
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Nutrition Facts

Calories

243 cals

Fat

12 g

Saturated Fat

3 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

4 g

Monounsaturated Fat

3 g

Carbohydrates

13 g

Sugar

10 g

Fiber

0 g

Protein

20 g

Sodium

757 mg

Directions

  1. In a small bowl whisk the soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and orange zest together.
  2. Place the salmon fillet in a re-sealable plastic bag and pour in the soy mixture. Close the bag and place onto a plate and store in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour. (Do not marinate longer than 24 hours.)
  3. Preheat your broiler. Remove the salmon from the bag and discard the garlic. Place onto a baking try and broil for 8 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

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