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Honey Mustard Baked Salmon

Honey Mustard Baked Salmon
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Honey Mustard Baked Salmon is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner recipe featuring tender salmon fillets coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. Ready in under 30 minutes, it combines simple pantry staples to create a nutritious meal packed with omega-3s and protein, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (fresh or thawed, skin-on)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Ingredients

  • Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or thyme) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). This temperature ensures the salmon cooks evenly while the honey mustard glaze caramelizes slightly, creating a beautiful finish.
  2. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  3. Coat the salmon: Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet or in a baking dish. Generously brush the honey mustard glaze all over each fillet, making sure to cover the sides for maximum flavor.
  4. Bake the salmon: Put the salmon in the oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the glaze is slightly golden.
  5. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately to enjoy the full flavor and moist texture of your Honey Mustard Baked Salmon.

Notes

  • Pick quality salmon: Fresh wild-caught salmon offers better texture and flavor than farmed varieties.
  • Don’t overbake: Keep an eye on the salmon to avoid drying it out; it should be just opaque and flaky.
  • Use a lined baking sheet: Prevents sticking and makes cleanup super easy.
  • Rest before serving: Let the salmon sit for a couple of minutes to redistribute juices and intensify flavor.
  • Adjust glaze ratio: Taste and tweak the honey-to-mustard ratio to suit your sweetness and tang preference.

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Keywords: honey mustard salmon, baked salmon, healthy salmon recipe, quick salmon dinner, gluten free salmon

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