Make Salmon Twice As Flavorful With One Simple Fall-Inspired Glaze
When fall rolls around, that means fall-inspired food has, too. Pumpkin-flavored coffee and baked goods take over the season, but savory dishes also deserve praise. That includes hearty soups, roasted vegetables, and even grilled salmon — especially when it's marinated in a maple syrup glaze.
We highlighted this fantastic glaze in our Maple Cider-Glazed Salmon recipe. It's made with only three ingredients — apple cider, honey, and maple syrup — and adds a sweet, fruity element to grilled or baked salmon. First, the ingredients are heated in a saucepan on the stove until thickened. Then, you let it cool and pour it over raw salmon to marinate. When you're ready to cook, the glaze creates a crispy crust that perfectly contrasts the tender, flaky fish.
Maple cider glaze pairs well with salmon's sweeter notes, plus it livens up your entire meal with those fall-inspired flavors you crave. You can even use leftover glaze on the cooked salmon and side vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and zucchini, or as a sweet sauce for fluffy white rice or quinoa. And don't forget to sprinkle crushed pecans or sesame seeds over everything for a toasty crunch.
Fall-inspired sides for this dish
Several autumn side dishes would taste amazing with this maple cider-glazed salmon. Start with one of our 24 roasted vegetable recipes that always feel comforting, most of which include seasonal picks like sweet potatoes, carrots, and squash. A warm bowl of soup is always a great choice, too. Try cooking this easy roasted butternut squash soup recipe, or make pumpkin soup even better by adding another fall fruit: Granny Smith apples. To keep things crunchy and refreshing, you can't go wrong with a fall-inspired salad. We love any salad recipe that calls for kale, feta cheese, apple slices, and various nuts and seeds.
No matter how you prefer your salmon — blackened, grilled, baked, etc. — it'll taste fantastic with a syrupy glaze and the side dishes mentioned above. Whether you're cooking for your family, an upcoming gathering, or simply getting meal prep inspiration for yourself, most of these recipes can be cooked in advance, stored in the fridge, and enjoyed throughout the week.
