• 1 1/2-pound salmon fillet, skin on 2 Tbsp. melted butter
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 4 Tbsp. maple syrup
• Pinch of dried thyme
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of pepper
• 8 oz. walnuts coarsely chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 420.

2. Place salmon on a tinfoil lined sheet pan.

3. In a bowl combine olive oil, butter, 2 Tbsp. maple syrup, thyme, salt and pepper. Generously brush mixture over salmon.

4. Combine remaining maple syrup and walnuts in a bowl until nuts are covered in syrup. Gently pile the nuts over top of the salmon to form a crust.

5. Bake for 20 minutes.

6. Remove from oven and allow the salmon to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

This maple glazed salmon is a quick and effortless sheet pan dinner and one of the best ways to make fresh salmon fillets taste amazing. With a simple blend of mustard, soy sauce, garlic, and maple syrup, this recipe delivers bold flavor and pairs perfectly with just about any side dish.