Maple Balsamic Glazed Salmon

A delicious concoction of balsamic vinegar and maple syrup serves as both marinade and glaze for this impressive yet simple baked salmon.

Total
60 min
Serves
6

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic for 1 minute or until fragrant. Stir in syrup, vinegar and mustard. Increase heat to medium-high; cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, or until sauce has thickened and reduced by one-third. Divide sauce equally between two bowls; let cool completely, about 20 minutes.

Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; place salmon skin-side down on baking sheet and brush top with sauce from one bowl. Cover salmon with plastic wrap; refrigerate 30 minutes.

Arrange rack in top third of oven. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Uncover salmon; brush with some of sauce from second bowl. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; brush with more sauce. Return to oven; bake for another 5 to 7 minutes or until salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily. Discard any remaining sauce. Using large spatula, transfer salmon to serving platter. Top with radishes and green onion. Lift salmon off skin using spatula to serve.

NUTRITION

Calories 280
Protein 28 g
Carbohydrates 17 g
Fat 1111 g
Fibre 1 g
Sodium 150 mg