Light Honey Mustard Salmon
This light honey mustard salmon recipe is a quick and healthy meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Flaky salmon fillets are coated in a sweet and tangy glaze and baked to perfection.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper or foil
- small bowl
- whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 oz Salmon fillets each, skin-on or skin-off, wild-caught preferred
- Dijon mustard tangy, slightly spicy kick
- Honey sweetens the glaze
- Olive oil to thin glaze and moisturize salmon
- Garlic freshly minced
- Lemon juice brightens and adds zest
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish and freshness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or foil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
Cooking
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spoon or brush a generous amount of the honey mustard glaze over each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 12-18 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Optionally, broil for the last 1-2 minutes for a caramelized top, carefully monitoring to prevent burning.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley or dill, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, high-quality salmon. Adjust the amount of honey and Dijon mustard to your taste preference.