Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 4 boneless atlantic salmon fillet, about 1 1/4 lbs
  • 6 cups Baby Spinach
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste (optional)

Method

  • In a shallow glass dish, whisk maple syrup, mustard, thyme, garlic and pepper together.
  • Place salmon fillets in dish and turn to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
  • Place salmon on parchment paper lined baking sheet and spoon some of remaining marinade over top.
  • Roast in 425F oven for about 15 minutes or until fish flakes when tested with fork.
  • In large bowl, toss spinach with oil, salt & pepper (if using), and divide among 4 plates.
  • Top with salmon and serve.