Save Succulent salmon fillets glazed with a tangy honey mustard sauce, broiled to perfection for a quick, flavorful weeknight meal.
This recipe has become a staple on busy weeknights when I crave something fast yet impressive.
Ingredients
- Fish: 4 skinless salmon fillets (about 150 g / 5 oz each)
- Honey Mustard Glaze: 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp whole grain mustard, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 garlic clove minced, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven broiler to high and line a baking sheet with foil. Lightly grease the foil.
- Step 2:
- In a small bowl whisk together Dijon mustard whole grain mustard honey olive oil lemon juice garlic salt and pepper until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 4:
- Spoon or brush the honey mustard glaze generously over each salmon fillet coating the tops and sides.
- Step 5:
- Broil for 8 12 minutes or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature should reach 63°C/145°F).
- Step 6:
- Remove from oven garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Save My family always gathers around eagerly when this dish is on the table, making weeknights special.
Required Tools
Baking sheet Aluminum foil Small mixing bowl Whisk or spoon Pastry brush (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains fish (salmon) and mustard (a common allergen) Double-check mustard and other condiments for gluten if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories 305 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 32 g per serving.
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This simple glaze really elevates salmon with minimal effort and time.
Questions & Answers
- → How long should the salmon be broiled?
Broil the salmon fillets for 8 to 12 minutes until the fish flakes easily and is opaque throughout.
- → Can the glaze be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, the honey mustard glaze can be mixed in advance and used immediately or for marinating the salmon for 10–15 minutes before broiling.
- → What can be served alongside the glazed salmon?
Steamed vegetables, rice, or a simple salad complement this glazed salmon beautifully.
- → Is it possible to substitute any ingredients in the glaze?
Maple syrup can replace honey for a different sweetness, and adjusting mustard types may alter flavor subtly.
- → What internal temperature signals the salmon is done?
The salmon should reach an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F) to ensure it is properly cooked.