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Maple-Mustard Salmon

Maple-Mustard Salmon with Fresh Apple-Celery Crunch

Enjoy tender maple-mustard salmon paired with a refreshing apple-celery salad for a quick and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large Crisp apple Tart varieties enhance flavor significantly.
  • 1 medium Julienne radish Consider using watermelon radish as a colorful substitute.
  • 1 large stalk Celery Always choose fresh celery for the best texture.
  • 0.5 medium Lemon Juice of half a lemon, freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can swap with any light vegetable oil.
  • 0.5 cup Microgreens Baby spinach can be used instead for a similar taste.
  • to taste Kosher salt Essential for enhancing all other flavors.
  • to taste Freshly ground pepper Essential for enhancing all other flavors.
For the Salmon
  • 0.5 cup Maple syrup Honey can be used, may alter the flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Whole-grain mustard Opt for yellow mustard for a milder taste if preferred.
  • 4 6-ounce pieces Salmon Rich in omega-3 fatty acids; can swap with chicken or pork.
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado or vegetable oil Other similar oils can be used.
  • to taste Kosher salt For seasoning; adjust according to your preference.
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper For seasoning; adjust according to your preference.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Position your oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat your oven to broil. Line a rimmed sheet pan with aluminum foil, then drizzle with oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine julienned apple, radish, and celery. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, tossing gently to combine.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the maple syrup and whole-grain mustard. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, stirring constantly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Drizzle remaining avocado or vegetable oil over the salmon on the baking sheet. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  5. Place the sheet pan under the broiler and cook the salmon for 2 minutes, until it starts to caramelize.
  6. Remove the salmon and brush each piece with the warm maple-mustard glaze. Return to the broiler for another 1-2 minutes.
  7. Remove the salmon again and brush with more sauce, broil for an additional minute.
  8. Incorporate microgreens into the salad mixture. Serve the salad underneath or on top of the salmon, drizzling with any remaining glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time with the salad components kept separate to maintain freshness.

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