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Honey mustard salmon fillet garnished with herbs, served on a white platter with a small glass of sauce nearby.

Honey Mustard Salmon

Honey mustard salmon bakes up flaky and flavorful with a sweet-tangy glaze that makes weeknight dinners feel extra special.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 -3 servings
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Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Line a baking large enough to hold the salmon with parchment paper. Place the salmon in the center. With a paper towel, pat it dry. Let the salmon stand at room temperature while the oven preheats.
    A raw salmon fillet on parchment paper with a paper towel on top, on a baking sheet in sunlight.
  • Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 425°F.
  • Drizzle the salmon with the oil and honey. Top with Dijon, then sprinkle with the paprika and salt. With a pastry brush or your fingers, rub the salmon all over so that the topping ingredients mix and the salmon is nicely coated.
    A raw salmon fillet on parchment paper, topped with mustard and garlic, on a baking sheet.
  • Bake the salmon uncovered until it is cooked through and flakes easily at the thickest part. The cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your salmon. Estimate 8 to 12 minutes for a thinner fillet (about 1/2 to 3/4 inch at the thickest part), 13 to 19 minutes for a thicker fillet (1-inch to 1 1/2-inches at the thickest part), or up to as long as 20 to 22 minutes for a very thick fillet (1 3/4 to 2 inches at the thickest part). You can also use an instant-read thermometer to test for doneness, removing the salmon when it reaches 145°F at the thickest part (I removed 5 degrees early, since the salmon will continue to cook as it rests). Let rest a few minutes, then slice crosswise into individual servings. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • TO STORE: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • TO REHEAT: Warm gently in the microwave or enjoy cold over salad.
  • TO FREEZE: Freeze cooked salmon for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1(of 2)Calories: 422kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 45gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 737mgPotassium: 1147mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 587IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 2mg
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