Description
This Honey Dijon Salmon is an easy yet flavorful dish, perfect for special occasions or a quick weeknight dinner, featuring honey and Dijon mustard for a tasty glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lemons
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Lay lemon slices in the center of the pan and place the salmon on top.
- Season the salmon with paprika, salt, and pepper, then bake for 12 minutes.
- While baking, whisk together lemon juice, melted butter, Dijon mustard, honey, and parsley for the glaze.
- After 12 minutes, brush the glaze over the salmon and return to the oven for 5-6 minutes until caramelized.
Notes
Ensure the salmon is fresh with no off smell.
Consider using wild-caught salmon for the best flavor.
Adjust cooking time for thicker fillets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg