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Dijon Baked Salmon

Dijon Baked Salmon - Quick, Healthy Flavor Explosion at Home

Dijon Baked Salmon is a quick, healthy meal ready in just 30 minutes, packed with flavor and omega-3 goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 lb Salmon (King, Sockeye, or Coho) The star of the dish.
For the Herbed Spread
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard For tangy flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Can use dried parsley in a pinch.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Preferably freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Chop finely for even distribution.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to your taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Dijon Baked Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven heats.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  3. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place the salmon skin side down and coat generously with the herbed mixture.
  4. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes until opaque and flaky.
  5. Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, slice, and serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 800mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze tightly wrapped for up to 2 months. Reheat in an air fryer or microwave for best results.

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