Succulent, delicious and nutritious, salmon is one of America’s most popular fish. The tender rich meat provides great health benefits including rich amounts of protein, potassium and omega-3 fats. The American Heart Association recommends eating two servings of fish per week. Make this dish part of your weekly menu selections.

Serves 4

Prep time: 30 minutes.  Overall cook time: 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Wild Harvest™ Maple Syrup
  • 3 tablespoons Essential Everyday™ Soy Sauce, reduced sodium
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ginger powder)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound Salmon

Directions

In a small bowl, mix the maple syrup, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and pepper. Place salmon in a one gallon reseal able bag and add the maple syrup mixture.  Push out the air, seal and place in a medium bowl. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Be careful not to marinade longer than 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 450 degrees F.  Remove the salmon from the marinade and place on a baking dish. Bake salmon uncovered for 4-6 minutes for each ½ inch of thickness or until easily flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Information per Serving: Calories 295, Fat 14g, Carbohydrate 15g, Protein 25g, Sodium 416 mg