Description
This quick and easy Honey Mustard Salmon recipe combines the sweet and tangy flavor of honey and mustard to create a delicious glaze for baked salmon. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a healthy, flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp whole grain mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Make the Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, whole grain mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. - Prepare the Salmon:
Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon the honey mustard mixture generously over each fillet, spreading it evenly. - Bake:
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. - Serve:
Serve immediately with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Notes
- Variations:
- Substitute maple syrup for honey, add crushed red pepper for heat, or try spicy brown mustard for a more intense flavor.
- You can also add vegetables like asparagus or broccoli to make it a complete meal.
- Storage:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven to avoid overcooking.
- Meal Prep:
- This recipe is great for meal prepping and reheats well.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
