Sheet Pan Maple Dijon Glazed Salmon with Sweet Potatoes
This Sheet Pan Maple Dijon Glazed Salmon with Sweet Potatoes is sweet, savory, and perfectly balanced. Flaky salmon gets coated in a glossy maple Dijon glaze while tender sweet potatoes roast until caramelized and golden. It’s an easy, wholesome one-pan dinner that feels comforting, flavorful, and beautifully simple.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each, skin-on or skinless
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Maple Dijon Glaze
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley or thyme chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
2. Season the Sweet Potatoes
- Place cubed sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated and spread into a single layer.
3. Start Roasting
- Roast sweet potatoes for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are just beginning to soften and brown around the edges.
4. Make the Maple Dijon Glaze
- While the potatoes roast, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
5. Add the Salmon
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and push the sweet potatoes to one side. Place salmon fillets on the other side, skin-side down if applicable. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
6. Glaze and Roast
- Brush the salmon generously with the maple Dijon glaze. Return the pan to the oven and roast for 12–15 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Finish and Serve
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve with lemon wedges for a bright finish.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use salmon fillets of similar thickness for even cooking.
- Cut sweet potatoes into small cubes so they roast through.
- Roast sweet potatoes first if they are very thick.
- Maple syrup can be swapped with honey if needed.
- Brush glaze on salmon near the end to prevent burning.
- Line the pan with parchment for easy cleanup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven to keep salmon moist.