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Baked Dijon Salmon

Baked Dijon Salmon: Quick, Zesty, and Can't-Miss Goodness

Baked Dijon Salmon is a quick, healthy dinner option, packed with omega-3 fatty acids and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Use King, Sockeye, or Coho for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can be swapped with avocado oil
For the Herbed Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Fresh is best, but dried will do
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Ensure Whole30 compliant if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is ideal, bottled can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced for best results
  • Salt Season to taste, sea salt recommended
  • Pepper Season to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking tray
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prepare for the salmon.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine Dijon mustard, finely chopped fresh parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
  3. Place the salmon fillet skin-side down on the prepared baking tray. Generously spread the herbed mustard mixture over the salmon.
  4. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Carefully remove the salmon from the oven, let it rest for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, choose fresh salmon and allow it to rest after baking to enhance texture.

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