Mustard and Brown Sugar Rubbed Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Mustard and Brown Sugar Rubbed Salmon recipe, a perfect harmony of sweet and savory flavors that’s both simple and satisfying. Featuring a rich glaze made with Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and a touch of paprika for smoky depth, this oven-baked salmon emerges tender, flaky, and irresistibly caramelized. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a cook time of 15, this quick and flavorful dish is ideal for busy evenings or effortless entertaining. Serve it warm with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of parsley for a vibrant finishing touch. Healthy, protein-packed, and bursting with flavor, this easy salmon recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Salmon fillet
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels and place it skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, brown sugar, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.
Spread the mustard and brown sugar mixture evenly over the top of the salmon fillet using the back of a spoon or a spatula.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a minute or two.
Serve the salmon warm with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 557 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.3 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 518 mg | 11% | |
*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.
