By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 8
258 cal · 15 min
15-Minute Maple-Mustard Broiled Salmon
Recipe GLPRf949075ffef9bf
A quick and elegant Nordic-inspired salmon dish featuring a tangy maple-mustard glaze. Fresh salmon fillets are brushed with a simple mixture of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and pure maple syrup, then broiled until the fish is tender and the topping is caramelized. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is naturally gluten-free and pescatarian, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or elegant entertaining.
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Ingredients
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, chipotle powder, or cayenne pepper (optional)
Kosher salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds salmon fillet, with or without skin
Directions
Preheat your broiler to high and position an oven rack about 4 inches below the heat source. Line a broiler pan or large baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and smoked paprika (if using). Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Place the salmon fillet(s) skin-side down on the prepared pan. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Spread the maple-mustard mixture evenly over the top of the salmon fillets, creating an even layer that covers the entire surface.
Place the pan under the preheated broiler and broil for 8–10 minutes, until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F at its thickest point and flakes easily with a fork. The topping should be lightly caramelized and golden.
Remove from the broiler and let rest for 1–2 minutes. Serve immediately while warm, dividing the salmon among plates and spooning any pan juices over the top.
Comments
The fifteen-minute claim is honest—this is pure broil time with minimal prep, though you'll want five extra minutes to line a sheet pan and mix the glaze. Ingredient availability is flawless at every Charlotte chain; mayonnaise, mustard, maple syrup, and paprika are universal staples. The real cost driver is the salmon itself, which runs seven to twelve dollars per pound depending on whether you buy farmed Atlantic or wild, pushing the per-serving cost to three to five dollars even before sides. This is a weeknight winner for families that already buy fish regularly, but it won't reheat well—broiled salmon dries out by the next day—so you're committed to eating it the same night or having sad leftovers.
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