Baked Salmon with Garlic and Dijon
Delight your taste buds with this simple yet elegant Baked Salmon with Garlic and Dijon recipe, a perfect blend of rich, zesty, and savory flavors. This dish features tender salmon fillets brushed with a mouthwatering mixture of minced garlic, tangy Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil, creating a flavorful crust as it bakes to perfection in just 15 minutes. The combination of pantry-friendly ingredients and quick preparation makes this recipe ideal for busy weeknights, while its gourmet presentation is perfect for impressing guests. Serve this healthy, protein-packed meal with roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad, and garnish with fresh parsley for a bright finishing touch. Perfect for fans of easy baked salmon recipes, this dish is a guaranteed hit for its simplicity and bold, fresh flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece.
In a small bowl, mince the garlic cloves and mix them with the Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Juice the lemon and add 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed juice to the mustard-garlic mixture. Reserve the remaining lemon for later use.
Brush the garlic and Dijon mixture evenly over the top and sides of each salmon fillet using a pastry brush or spoon.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the oven and immediately squeeze the reserved lemon juice over the top for extra brightness and flavor.
Optionally, garnish the baked salmon with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of side dishes such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 694 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 129 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
