Honey Mustard Salmon

5 from 16 votes

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with this Honey Mustard Salmon. Tender, flaky, and ready in 20 mins for an easy, healthy dinner!

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Honey mustard salmon fillets in a large rectangular baking dish, garnished with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.
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Bake Salmon with Honey Mustard

Honey Mustard Salmon is your answer for how to cook salmon this week. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that you can literally prepare in 5 minutes because all you need to do is whisk together the sauce and rub it on the salmon. Then just pop it in the oven along with some easy oven-baked sides like Baked Asparagus or Baked Potato Wedges.

Happy Cooking!
– Yumna

Honey Mustard Salmon Ingredients

Ingredients for recipe: bowl of 4 salmon fillets, oil, honey, spices, lemon, dijon mustard, and whole grain dijon mustard.
  • Salmon: I recommend skin-on salmon filets for an easy-to-prepare dish. Buy filets for 4 easy servings or you can even buy one large piece for a more impressive baked salmon dish. You can use different types of salmon, such as sockeye, king salmon, or coho. But you don’t have to limit this recipe to salmon only. Try this glaze on a completely different fish, such as halibut, cod, or mahi-mahi.
  • Mustard: I use a combination of whole-grain mustard and Dijon mustard for a great flavor. You can also try spicy Dijon mustard or garlic Dijon mustard for a different flavor profile. You can even use the honey Dijon mustard for extra honey sweetness (or leave out the honey)
  • Lemon: Freshly squeezed to add a bright flavor.
  • Honey: It adds a sweet flavor and creates a sticky glaze on the salmon for a caramelized texture.
  • Oil and seasonings: I use olive oil and a blend of dried thyme, paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Feel free to switch up the spices.

How to Make Honey Mustard Salmon

Honey mustard sauce ingredients in a bowl before combining.
Step 1: Add the Dijon mustard, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, thyme, paprika, and garlic powder to a small dish.
After mixture is combined.
Step 2: Whisk together until smooth and combined.
Salmon in a baking dish line with flat parchment paper.
Step 3: Season salmon generously with salt and pepper and place on the baking dish.
Pouring mustard mixture on top of salmon.
Step 4: Spoon the honey mustard sauce over the filets.
Salmon covered evenly in sauce before baking.
Step 5: Spread the sauce evenly to coat the top of the surface.
Recipe after baking.
Step 6: Bake until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Honey Mustard Salmon

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with this Honey Mustard Salmon. Tender, flaky, and ready in 20 mins for an easy, healthy dinner!
5 from 16 votes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 317
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F and line a baking dish with parchment paper if desired.
  • In a small bowl whisk together mustards, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, thyme, paprika and garlic.
  • Season the salmon generously with salt and pepper and place on the baking dish. Pour the honey mustard sauce all over the entire surface of each salmon filets.
  • Bake in the oven until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the salmon in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in a preheated 275°F oven for 10-12 minutes or until warmed through. You can also reheat the salmon in on the stove by adding it to a non-stick pan with a little bit of water. Cover and heat until warmed through.
Tips:
  • Pat dry the salmon with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will help the glaze stick to the fish better.
  • Use similar size filets to ensure even cooking, resulting in a better overall dish.
  • Don’t overcook the salmon as it can become dry and tough. Bake just until they are easily flaked with a fork, or the internal temperature registers 135˚F with an instant-read thermometer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet, Calories: 317kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 94mg, Sodium: 241mg, Potassium: 878mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 212IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 36mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Cuisine American
Course: Entree, Main Dish

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Recipe Tips

  1. Make clean-up easier. Line your baking dish with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
  2. Start with dry salmon. To help the glaze adhere to the fish, pat the filets dry with paper towels first. This will remove excess moisture and allow proper browning of the fish.
  3. Use similar-sized filets. When choosing salmon, go with a similar thickness to ensure even cooking. The more uniform in thickness the filets are, the more evenly they will cook, resulting in a better overall dish.
  4. Don’t overcook the salmon. Bake the filets just until they are easily flaked with a fork. They will continue to cook using residual heat on the pan, so watch it closely to avoid dry salmon.
Round plate with honey mustard salmon fillet next to fresh spring mix and garnished with a lemon wedge and fresh parsley. Small bowl of honey mustard and the baking dish nearby.

Serving Ideas

FAQs

How do I store and reheat baked salmon?

Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat, place the salmon in a small baking dish and cover. Bake in a preheated 275°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Alternatively, you can reheat the salmon in a covered skillet on the stove with a little bit of water to help create steam.

Can I freeze cooked salmon?

Yes, you can freeze cooked salmon for up to 2 months if stored properly in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. When you’re ready to eat it again, just thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and reheat it per the instructions above.

How do I know when the salmon is cooked through?

You’ll know the salmon is cooked through when you can easily flake it with a fork. You can also check the color of the salmon – it should be opaque and light pink. The best way to tell if the salmon is cooked thoroughly is to use an instant-read meat thermometer, and when the internal temperature registers 135°F – it’s done.

Fork flaking away a some of a honey mustard baked salmon fillet on a plat with spring mix and a small dish of honey mustard nearby.

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  1. Madeline says:

    Which type of salmon did you use for this recipe?

    1. Yumna J. says:

      Hi there! I buy wild-caught frozen salmon.

  2. Gina says:

    Yumna you are the best!

    1. Yumna J. says:

      Aw, thank you so much, Gina!!