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Baked Dijon Salmon

Baked Dijon Salmon

This Baked Dijon Salmon is a quick and delicious weeknight meal, combining tangy Dijon mustard and sweet honey for a flavor explosion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon 6 oz each
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for greasing the baking dish
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard the star of the show
  • 2 tbsp honey to balance the mustard's zing
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For Garnish
  • fresh herbs like dill or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Baked Dijon Salmon Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  3. Mix together Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish. Spread the sauce over each fillet.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 650mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Check the salmon at the 12-minute mark to prevent overcooking. Allow the salmon to rest for a few minutes before serving to ensure juiciness.

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