Salmon doesn’t have to be dry. It really doesn’t! This salmon is literally (my favorite word LOL) melt in your mouth.

Contrasting salty and slightly sweet flavors from soy and maple syrup create the perfect flavor profile to compliment a warm, buttery piece of perfectly cooked salmon. The brininess of mustard cuts the richness of salmon while freshly chopped thyme adds a brightness.

Whether you’re looking to make this glaze, or you’re just looking to bake salmon without it turning it into sawdust, scroll down!

Makes: for 4 people

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Total time: 25 minutes

THE INGREDIENTS

4, ½ pound salmon fillets

½ cup Dijon mustard

½ cup grainy mustard

¼ cup real maple syrup (trust me, this ingredient makes the glaze!)

2 tablespoons soy sauce

2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

The Steps

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon and grainy mustards, maple syrup, soy, garlic, and fresh thyme.

In a glass pan, bake dry salmon for 8 minutes. Take salmon out of the oven, and apply glaze generously. Place back in oven for another 8 minutes until desired doneness (medium or medium-rare suggested!).

Suggestion: serve with Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad and Shallot Roasted Potatoes.

The Steps with Pictures

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon and grainy mustards, maple syrup, soy, garlic, and fresh thyme.

In a glass pan, bake dry salmon for 8 minutes. Take salmon out of the oven, and apply glaze generously. Place back in oven for another 8 minutes until desired doneness (medium or medium-rare suggested!).