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Baked Lemon Dijon Salmon

Baked Lemon Dijon Salmon: A Quick & Tasty Weeknight Delight

Baked Lemon Dijon Salmon: A delightful solution for busy weeknights, ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Wild Salmon Fresh, high-quality salmon provides the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing the natural flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Brings a tangy kick; can swap for honey mustard.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Enhances overall flavor; garlic powder can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh is recommended for the best taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Use dried thyme at half quantity if fresh isn’t available.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Foil or Silpat
  • medium bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or a Silpat. Place the wild salmon fillets skin-side down and pat dry with a paper towel.
  3. Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over both sides of the salmon fillets.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and thyme.
  5. Spoon half of the mustard mixture over the salmon fillets and add thin lemon slices on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  7. Remove from oven and drizzle remaining mustard sauce over the fillets, returning to oven for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  8. Once perfectly cooked, serve immediately alongside a fresh salad or grain.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze up to 3 months.

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