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Honey Mustard Salmon

A simple honey mustard glaze dresses tender salmon fillets for a quick, flavorful weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz salmon cut into two fillets
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 3 dashes ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • parsley leaves chopped, for garnishing

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (207°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mince the garlic and whisk together the garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cayenne until smooth to make the honey mustard glaze.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a plate and brush or spoon most of the glaze over both sides of the fillets; reserve a little glaze for topping. Let the salmon sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  4. Arrange the glazed salmon on the prepared baking sheet and spread the remaining glaze over the tops of the fillets.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove the salmon from the oven, spoon any juices from the baking sheet over the fillets, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Letting the salmon sit with the glaze for 15 minutes enhances flavor.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for best taste.
  • Adjust cayenne to control heat.