Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this elegant yet easy-to-make Salmon with Grainy Mustard and Herb Sauce. Tender, flaky salmon fillets are brushed with olive oil, seasoned to perfection, and topped with a zesty, herbaceous mustard sauce crafted from fresh parsley, dill, and chives, with a touch of honey for balance. This recipe showcases a beautiful harmony of flavors—bright lemon juice and garlic perfectly complement the rich, buttery salmon, while the grainy mustard adds a delightful texture. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes and a total cook time of 15 minutes, this dish is both speedy and satisfying, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete, restaurant-worthy meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Perfectly suited for seafood lovers and those searching for bold, fresh flavors, this recipe is sure to impress!
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the grainy mustard, parsley, dill, chives, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create the herb mustard sauce.
Spread the herb mustard sauce evenly over the top of the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well-coated.
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should read 145°F (63°C) at the thickest part.
Serve the salmon hot with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, and garnish with additional chopped herbs if desired.
Calories |
520 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 2917 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.5 mcg | 52% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 526 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.