Easy Baked Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe With Dijon Glaze

This easy baked honey mustard salmon recipe is a healthy, vibrant, flavorful dish with simple ingredients, made in under 20 minutes! We love serving it alongside our zesty lemon parmesan arugula salad and roasted rosemary potatoes.

Why You'll Love This Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe

Honey mustard salmon is a weekly dinner staple in our home. Similar to my honey Dijon mustard chicken thighs, you'll make a sweet and tangy honey Dijon mustard glaze, pour it over the seasoned salmon and bake, it's that simple. Here are more reasons why you will love this easy salmon recipe:

• A delicious meal, perfect for busy weeknights. Ready to serve on the dinner table in 20 minutes or less!
• You can make the honey mustard glaze with just 4 ingredients! A blend of honey, whole grain mustard, olive oil, and minced garlic, the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
• This healthy baked juicy salmon dish is flaky and tender. Baked to perfection with a slight broil at the end to char the sauce.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this easy baked honey mustard salmon recipe:

Ingredient Notes

• Salmon: You'll need four fresh salmon fillets, around 4-6 ounces per piece. Only cooking for two? No problem! This recipe can easily be divided in half.
• Seasoning: Season the salmon with black pepper and salt to taste.
• Honey Mustard Glaze: A combination of honey, coarse Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and extra virgin olive oil is a simple yet incredibly flavorful sauce, brushed on top of the salmon.
• Garnish: A sprinkle of fresh thyme at the end adds a little extra flavor that pairs well with the honey mustard mixture. Other options include fresh parsley, microgreens, or lemon wedges to garnish and serve.

Find the printable recipe card with full instructions and measurements below.

How To Make Honey Mustard Salmon

• Step 1: Prep the salmon. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and lay the filets on a parchment lined baking sheet. Season the salmon with salt and black pepper.
• Step 2: Make the honey mustard glaze. Add the coarse whole grain mustard, honey, olive oil, and minced garlic to a small bowl and stir until well combined.
• Step 3: Add the glaze to the salmon. Using a basting brush or spoon, spread the glaze evenly onto the top of each salmon filet.
• Step 4: Bake. Place the baking tray in the oven to bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 145°F. Turn the oven to broil, and broil the salmon for 1-2 minutes. Keep a close eye on the salmon to ensure the top does not burn. Remove the salmon from the oven, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve!

How Do I Know When Salmon Is Done Baking?

The easiest way to determine when your salmon is fully cooked is by using an instant-read thermometer. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your salmon, but you can consider it well done when the internal temperature reaches 145°F. The salmon should flake easily with a fork and be opaque in color.

Serving Suggestions

Honey dijon salmon is an easy weeknight dinner that pairs well with so many side dishes, here are some of our favorites: 

• Roasted Sweet Potatoes
• Baked Murasaki Sweet Potatoes (Japanese Sweet Potatoes)
• Roasted Rosemary Potatoes
• Balsamic Roasted Asparagus
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts
• Arugula Parmesan Salad

Expert Tips

• Use whole grain or "coarse" dijon mustard. This flavorful honey mustard sauce has an incredible texture that you can only get from the coarse dijon. 
• Use an instant read thermometer. Salmon cooks quickly compared to other proteins, so you may find it hard to tell when it is finished baking. Using an instant-read thermometer helps ensure the salmon is fully cooked.

Storage Instructions

• Storage: You can store leftover salmon in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
• Reheating: You can reheat the honey mustard salmon in the microwave, until warm.

More Easy Dinner Recipes You'll Love

• Baked Honey Dijon Mustard Chicken Thighs: Crispy, juicy honey mustard chicken thighs are topped with a delicious savory sweet honey mustard sauce made with fresh herbs and spices
• Orange Maple Glazed Salmon: This favorite salmon recipe has a sweet citrus glaze made of pure maple syrup, freshly squeezed orange juice, topped with fresh herbs.
• Garlic Butter Salmon:  Tender and flaky salmon with melted garlic butter, capers and fresh herbs. Bake this delicious dinner to perfection in under 20 minutes!
• Easy Baked Mahi Mahi With Garlic Butter: A simple buttery garlic herb topping transforms these mahi mahi fillets into a light and healthy dinner..

I hope you love this honey mustard salmon recipe as much as I do! If you make it, I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comment box below. Your review will help other readers in the community.

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