Description
A forgiving, beginner-friendly baked salmon recipe featuring a tangy Dijon mustard and herb crust. This meal is low-carb, diabetic-friendly, and ready in just 30 minutes with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- Coarse salt and black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish or sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared dish, skin-side down. Season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and chopped parsley until a smooth paste forms.
- Spread a generous layer of the mustard mixture over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
Do not overcook the salmon; it continues to cook after being removed from the oven. For best results, use fresh herbs and let the salmon come to room temperature for 10-15 minutes before cooking to ensure even baking. Check for bones before preparing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with crust
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 25
Keywords: diabetic-friendly, baked salmon, Dijon mustard, healthy dinner, low carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, easy recipe, beginner cooking, omega-3