Description
A cozy and impressive recipe for oven-baked salmon that combines simple ingredients and techniques for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped, for garnish
- Optional: thin lemon slices for baking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Pat salmon dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl whisk olive oil, honey, Dijon, minced garlic, lemon zest and juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Brush with glaze and place thin lemon slices on top if using.
- Bake at 400°F for 10–14 minutes until salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 125–130°F.
- Remove from oven, spoon pan glaze over fillets, and let rest 2 minutes. Garnish and serve.
Notes
For best results, use fillets of even thickness and avoid overbaking. Allow the glaze to sit for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American