Baked Dijon Salmon

A sophisticated and heart-healthy main course featuring succulent salmon fillets coated in a zesty, creamy glaze of Dijon mustard and honey. Baked until flaky, the mustard provides a sharp, savory bite that perfectly complements the rich flavor of the Omega-3-packed fish. This elegant meal is quick enough for a weeknight but refined enough for hosting guests.

Prep 9 minCook 26 minTotal 35 minUpdated Jul 3, 202635 minLow Carb

A sophisticated and heart-healthy main course featuring succulent salmon fillets coated in a zesty, creamy glaze of Dijon mustard and honey. Baked until flaky, the mustard provides a sharp, savory bite that perfectly complements the rich flavor of the Omega-3-packed fish. This elegant meal is quick enough for a weeknight but refined enough for hosting guests.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Butter, melted
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1/4 cup Bread Crumb
  • 1/4 cup Pecan, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Parsley, chopped
  • 1 oz Fillet Salmon
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Pepper
  • 1.1 piece(s) Lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a small bowl, stir together butter, mustard, and honey. Set aside. In another bowl, mix together bread crumbs, pecans, and parsley.
  3. Brush each salmon fillet lightly with honey mustard mixture, and sprinkle the tops of the fillets with the bread crumb mixture.
  4. Bake salmon 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until it flakes easily with a fork. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with a wedge of lemon.

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