Description
Get ready to elevate your next dinner with this irresistible Honey Mustard Salmon recipe—a perfect fusion of sweet, tangy, and savory! Whether you’re hunting for a quick dinner, healthy meal prep, or delicious food ideas to impress guests, this dish hits the spot. The rich, flaky salmon fillet is coated in a golden glaze of honey and Dijon mustard, with hints of garlic and citrus that caramelize beautifully as it cooks. With its bold flavor and minimal prep time, this is one of those easy recipes you’ll keep coming back to. Add this to your list of dinner ideas or healthy snacks, and savor a gourmet-style meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (skin on or off)
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Brush or spoon half of the glaze over the salmon fillets.
- Pan-Searing Method: Heat a skillet over medium-high with a bit of oil. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes, flip, and cook for 3–4 more minutes. Spoon remaining glaze on top during the last minute.
- Oven-Baking Method: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake salmon on a parchment-lined tray for 12–15 minutes. Broil for 1–2 minutes for a caramelized top.
- Remove from heat, rest for a minute, garnish with herbs and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner