A light marinade or glaze is an easy way to liven up an everyday piece of salmon and get your omega- 3s. This dish is a subtle, Americanized version of a traditional Japanese teriyaki glaze that uses maple syrup as a sweetener, instead of sugar. With a light citrus and maple flavor, this salmon also makes for a festive dish at holiday time.

5 servings

6 ingredients

20 min prep

Ingredients
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1-pound salmon fillet

Directions
  1. In a small bowl whisk the soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and orange zest together.
  2. Place the salmon fillet in a re-sealable plastic bag and pour in the soy mixture. Close the bag and place onto a plate and store in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour. (Do not marinate longer than 24 hours.)
  3. Preheat your broiler. Remove the salmon from the bag and discard the garlic. Place onto a baking try and broil for 8 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories: 243; Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Carbohydrates: 13g; Sugar: 10g; Fiber: 0g; Protein: 20g; Sodium: 757mg

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