Description
Tender salmon bites glazed with sweet maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, then baked to perfection. The ideal appetizer or quick dinner that delivers a delightful balance of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Add the salmon cubes to the bowl and toss gently to coat all pieces in the glaze.
- Arrange the salmon bites on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and glaze is caramelized. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg