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Honey Mustard Baked Salmon

Honey mustard baked salmon gets a sweet, tangy glaze from Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and garlic. Bake it until the thickest part reaches 145°F and flakes easily with a fork.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting time 3 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the honey mustard glaze
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cloves garlic minced
For the salmon
  • 1 tsp olive oil for greasing
  • 1.5 lb salmon fillet
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Make the honey mustard glaze
  1. Heat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Stir the Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and garlic together in a small bowl.
Bake the salmon
  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the olive oil.
  2. Place the salmon in the dish.
  3. Season the salmon with the salt and pepper.
  4. Spread the glaze over the salmon.
  5. Bake for 12 to 16 minutes, until the thickest part reaches 145°F and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Rest the salmon for 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the most reliable doneness, check the thickest part of the salmon with an instant-read thermometer. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freeze for up to 2 months. For a gluten-free meal, use Dijon mustard labeled gluten-free.