Baked Dijon Salmon

Name: Baked Dijon Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 fillets salmon ((6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)); 0.25 cup dijon mustard (smooth or whole grain); 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 0.5 tsp salt (to taste); 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground); 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Transform your weeknight dinner with this incredibly easy and delicious Baked Dijon Salmon recipe. In just 20 minutes, you can serve a perfectly flaky, tender salmon dish enhanced by a tangy dijon mustard crust, fresh garlic, and bright lemon. This meal is not only healthy and satisfying but also boasts a gourmet flavor profile that will impress any guest. Its simplicity makes it perfect for busy evenings or as a quick yet elegant dinner option.

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20 min total4 servings

Ingredients

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Servings

•4 fillets salmon ((6 oz each, skin-on or skinless))
•0.25 cup dijon mustard (smooth or whole grain)
•2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
•2 cloves garlic (minced)
•1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
•0.5 tsp salt (to taste)
•0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
•2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
3
Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
5
Spoon the dijon mixture over the top of each salmon fillet, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.
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