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Baked Honey Mustard Salmon

Baked Honey Mustard Salmon that Melts in Your Mouth

Baked Honey Mustard Salmon is a quick, healthy recipe that transforms salmon into a gourmet meal full of flavor and appeal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh, high-quality salmon (6-7 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Salted or unsalted, adjust salt accordingly
For the Honey Mustard Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole grain or spicy brown mustard can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
Seasoning & Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional, for garnish
  • 1 wedge Lemon For squeezing over salmon before serving

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened butter, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic, whisk until smooth.
  3. Season each salmon fillet with salt and black pepper, then place it skin-side down in the baking dish.
  4. Spoon the honey mustard mixture generously over each fillet, ensuring even coating.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 11 to 14 minutes until flaky and opaque. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges before serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe offers a delicious blend of flavors that can be customized with different mustards or fish types like trout or tilapia. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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