Description
This Baked Salmon with Honey Mustard is a simple, flavorful, and healthy dish featuring fresh salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The salmon bakes to tender perfection and is optionally broiled briefly for a caramelized finish, then garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Honey Mustard Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Optional Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking for the salmon fillets.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried thyme to create a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze.
- Season Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Season each fillet generously with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Apply Glaze: Brush the honey mustard mixture generously over each salmon fillet, reserving some glaze for later use during baking.
- Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork, indicating it is cooked through.
- Glaze Again: In the last 2-3 minutes of baking, brush the reserved honey mustard glaze over the salmon again to build flavor and moisture.
- Optional Broil: For a caramelized finish, broil the salmon for 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove salmon from the oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately for a delicious, healthy meal.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh thyme for dried thyme if preferred, using about 1 tablespoon fresh.
- Broiling is optional but adds a nice caramelized texture and enhances the glaze’s flavor.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
