Description
Salmon with Honey Mustard brings together golden, flaky fish and a tangy glaze that dances across your taste buds. Weeknight dinner heroes rejoice – this simple recipe turns a basic protein into something seriously delicious.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Glaze Components:
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Zest of 1 lemon
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Absorb excess moisture from 4 salmon fillets using paper towels. Season both sides with a generous pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Mix ¼ cup Dijon mustard, 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon thyme leaves, and lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth.
- Heat your oven to 425°F. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over salmon fillets, ensuring even coverage. Brush each fillet generously with prepared honey mustard mixture.
- Place salmon on prepared baking sheet. Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes, checking that internal temperature reaches 145°F with a meat thermometer.
- Remove salmon from oven. Allow fillets to rest for 3 minutes to help retain moisture and complete cooking process.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley, toasted sesame seeds, and add lemon wedges for a bright, fresh finish to your dish.
Notes
- Always pat salmon completely dry to help the glaze adhere and create a crisp exterior.
- Use fresh thyme and garlic for the most vibrant flavor in the honey mustard glaze.
- Check salmon’s doneness by gently pressing the thickest part – it should flake easily and look slightly translucent in the center.
- Gluten-free diets can safely enjoy this recipe by ensuring Dijon mustard is certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg