Description
A flavorful oven roasted salmon dish that transforms simple weeknight meals into joyful gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh herbs (e.g., dill or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet and brush each fillet with the marinade.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and has a golden finish.
- Serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of herbs.
Notes
For varied flavor, consider adding breadcrumbs for a crust or using maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, oven roasted, quick meal, family dinner, fish recipe