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Easy Baked Lemon Dijon Salmon

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This Easy Baked Lemon Dijon Salmon is a healthy and flavorful weeknight dinner made with just a few simple ingredients. It features tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a zesty lemon Dijon mustard sauce, and it’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds salmon fillet
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spoon the mustard mixture evenly over the salmon and spread it with the back of the spoon or a brush to coat evenly.
  5. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove from the oven and garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • This recipe works with any type of salmon fillet – wild or farm-raised.
  • Adjust cooking time depending on the thickness of your salmon.
  • Fresh herbs add brightness, but dried herbs work in a pinch.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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