Easy Baked Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe

This easy baked salmon recipe combines sweet and savory flavors with minimal preparation time, making it a perfect choice for a quick and healthy meal.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 1.5 pounds salmon fillets preferably wild-caught
▢ 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
▢ 2 tablespoons honey
▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
▢ 2 teaspoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
▢ 2 cloves garlic minced
▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
▢ 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
▢ 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and season them with salt and black pepper.
Pour the honey mustard mixture over the salmon fillets, making sure they are well coated.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish the baked salmon with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh salmon and make sure not to overcook it to maintain its tender texture.

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