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Honey Mustard Salmon

Delicious Honey Mustard Salmon for Quick Weeknight Dinners

A quick and delightful Honey Mustard Salmon recipe that transforms mild salmon into a tasty meal packed with omega-3s.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh salmon
For the Glaze
  • 3 Tbsp Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan substitution
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard may be used for milder flavor
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil Melted coconut oil makes for an alternative
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Place the fresh salmon fillets in the greased baking dish and coat each fillet with the honey mustard marinade.
  4. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until it becomes opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Let the salmon rest in the baking dish for a couple of minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
  6. Serve the Honey Mustard Salmon with any remaining marinade drizzled over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 26gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, pair with roasted potatoes, steamed broccoli, or a fresh garden salad. Always select fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor.

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