Baked Honey Mustard Salmon
This Baked Honey Mustard Salmon with Fresh Garden Salad is a deliciously simple meal, combining tender, glazed salmon with crisp, vibrant vegetables. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it’s a delightful mix of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
For the Baked Salmon:
- 1.1 lbs salmon fillet
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
For the Fresh Garden Salad:
- 1.1 lbs approximately mixed salad greens (such as spinach, iceberg lettuce, and lamb’s lettuce)
- ½ cucumber diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 3 carrots julienned
- 1 medium avocado diced
Instructions
Marinade the salmon:
- In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup melted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon mustard, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, and 1 teaspoon chili flakes. Stir well to blend the ingredients.
- Take the salmon out of the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Heat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Cover a large baking dish with aluminum foil. Arrange thin lemon slices on the foil to create a flavorful bed for the salmon.
- Place the salmon fillet on top of the lemon slices. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. And brush the salmon generously with the honey mustard marinade.
Bake the Salmon:
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is thoroughly cooked and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 125°F to 135°F (50°C to 60°C). Use a digital thermometer to check for doneness.
Prepare the Garden Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine 1.1 lbs of mixed salad greens, ½ diced cucumber, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 3 julienned carrots, and 1 diced medium avocado.
Dress the Salad:
- Toss the salad ingredients gently. Dress lightly with your preferred vinaigrette or fresh lemon juice to enhance the flavors.
Serve:
- Arrange the baked salmon on plates along with a hearty portion of the garden salad. Optionally, garnish the salmon with extra herbs or a drizzle of lemon juice for enhanced flavor.