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Baked Salmon Fillets Dijon

A simple yet elegant dish featuring flaky salmon fillets coated in a zesty Dijon mustard glaze, perfect for a family dinner or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (approximately 6 ounces each) Look for wild-caught salmon for better flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper Add according to preference.
  • for garnish Fresh parsley (or any preferred herb) Optional.
  • for serving Lemon wedges Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, and olive oil until well combined. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, in the prepared baking dish.
Cooking
  1. Generously brush the Dijon mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring that each one is evenly coated.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon easily flakes with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Serving
  1. Once done, remove the salmon from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve with lemon wedges for an extra zesty touch.

Notes

For perfecting the dish, consider mixing in your favorite herbs and spices with the Dijon glaze. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes before serving.