Baked Dijon Salmon
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
What is One Serving: 1 salmon fillet (6 oz)
Calories & Macros per Serving: Calories: 320 Fat: 18g Carbs: 2g Protein: 35g
Ingredients:
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) or a whole salmon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Season Salmon: Pat salmon dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard, olive oil, and lemon juice.
Coat Salmon: Brush the marinade evenly over each salmon fillet or whole salmon.
Bake:
Salmon Fillets (about 1 inch thick): Bake for 12-15 minutes, until opaque and flaky. If fillets are thicker, add 2-3 extra minutes.
Whole Salmon (2-3 lbs): Bake for 20-25 minutes. If it’s a larger salmon (4+ lbs), increase baking time to 25-30 minutes.
Optional: Loosely cover a whole salmon with foil for the first 15 minutes, then remove for the final 5-10 minutes to allow it to brown.
Check for Doneness:
The internal temperature should be 125-130°F (52-54°C) for medium or 140-145°F (60-63°C) for well-done.
If you don’t have a thermometer, use a fork—if the salmon flakes easily, it’s ready.
Optional Finishing Touch: Drizzle extra lemon juice over the cooked salmon before serving.
Tips:
Crispy Skin: For extra crispy skin, bake skin-side down on a preheated baking sheet or broil for the last 2 minutes.
Flavor Boost: Add fresh herbs like dill or parsley before serving.
Serving Suggestions: Pairs well with rice, quinoa, roasted potatoes, salad, or vegetables.