Description
Zesty Baked Dijon Salmon is a quick and flavorful dinner featuring tangy Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. Ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each)
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp honey (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the sheet and spread the mixture over each fillet.
4. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
5. Serve warm with your favorite side dish.
Notes
Use center-cut salmon for even baking.
Honey balances the tangy mustard and lemon but is optional.
Pairs well with rice, vegetables, or salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: baked dijon salmon, dijon mustard salmon, zesty baked salmon