Maple Barbecue Grilled Salmon

Flaky grilled salmon with a sweet maple barbecue glaze and lightly charred edges.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
• 1/3 cup barbecue sauce
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat grill to medium and oil the grates.
2. Whisk sauce, maple syrup, mustard and lemon.
3. Season salmon and place skin-side down on the grill.
4. Cook 6 minutes, brush with glaze and cook 4–6 minutes more.
5. Serve when salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F.

Helpful Tips

Use an instant-read thermometer for reliable doneness. Allow cooked meat to rest before slicing so it stays juicy.