Baked Salmon with Buttery Honey Mustard Sauce
A delightful baked salmon dish drizzled with a silky honey mustard sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or dinner parties.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (approximately 6 ounces each) Opt for wild-caught salmon for better flavor.
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet.
- Generously brush the honey mustard sauce over each fillet.
Cooking
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Once out of the oven, sprinkle fresh dill or parsley over the top before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.