Description
A succulent grilled salmon fillet coated in a sticky, sweet-and-savory maple soy glaze. Perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or outdoor summer grilling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper to create the glaze.
- Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Place salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them.
- Flip the fillets carefully using a spatula.
- Brush a generous amount of the maple glaze over the cooked side of the salmon.
- Continue grilling for another 3-5 minutes, brushing the glaze on the opposite side during the final minute of cooking.
- Remove from heat when the internal temperature reaches 135-145°F and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American