Mustard-Maple Salmon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Low Fod Map
Health score
63%
Mustard-Maple Salmon
45 min.
4
293kcal

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Are you in search of a healthy yet flavorful dish that will impress at your next dinner? Look no further than this delectable Mustard-Maple Salmon! With its combination of tangy Dijon mustard and sweet maple syrup, this recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors that perfectly complements the rich, buttery taste of salmon.

This dish is not only easy to prepare, but it also caters to a variety of dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. With a health score of 63, it's a guilt-free choice that brings together essential nutrients, boasting a high protein count to nourish your body and energy levels. Each serving contains just 293 calories, making it a smart option for lunch or dinner without sacrificing taste.

The process of marinating the salmon in a zesty balsamic vinegar and spice blend ensures that every bite is bursting with flavor. Plus, cooking it on the grill or under the broiler gives it a beautiful caramelized finish. In just 45 minutes, you can create a dish that not only caters to your health goals but is also easy enough for a weeknight meal yet impressive enough for entertaining guests.

Let the aroma of this savory salmon waft through your kitchen as you savor the taste of an outstanding, nutritious meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons maple syrup 
  • 24 ounce salmon fillet ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • grill
  • broiler
  • ziploc bags
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag; add salmon. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 20 minutes.
  2. Prepare grill or broiler.
  3. Remove salmon from bag, reserving the marinade.
  4. Place salmon on a grill rack or broiler pan coated with cooking spray, and cook for 6 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork; baste salmon occasionally with the reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Calories293kcal
Protein48.38%
Fat35.49%
Carbs16.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.63
Glycemic Load
4.07
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
25.352174212913%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:292.58kcal
14.63%
Fat:11.17g
17.18%
Saturated Fat:1.7g
10.61%
Carbohydrates:11.42g
3.81%
Net Carbohydrates:10.92g
3.97%
Sugar:9.75g
10.83%
Cholesterol:93.55mg
31.18%
Sodium:346.22mg
15.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.25g
68.5%
Selenium:65.91µg
94.16%
Vitamin B12:5.41µg
90.15%
Vitamin B6:1.4mg
69.97%
Vitamin B3:13.45mg
67.23%
Vitamin B2:0.84mg
49.67%
Phosphorus:353.2mg
35.32%
Vitamin B5:2.87mg
28.65%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
27.71%
Potassium:889.44mg
25.41%
Copper:0.44mg
21.78%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.64%
Magnesium:58.47mg
14.62%
Folate:43.32µg
10.83%
Iron:1.59mg
8.85%
Zinc:1.27mg
8.47%
Calcium:45.3mg
4.53%
Fiber:0.5g
2%
Vitamin A:76.37IU
1.53%
Source:My Recipes