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Easy Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon Recipe Perfect for Quick 20-Minute Dinners

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A quick and easy honey mustard glazed salmon recipe that delivers a sweet and tangy flavor, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each, skin-on or skinless as preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or local preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (smooth or whole-grain)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt to taste (sea salt or kosher salt recommended)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of chili flakes
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Lightly season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper. (3 minutes)
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Add chili flakes if desired. (5 minutes)
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add a touch of olive oil if pan is not non-stick. (2 minutes)
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp and edges are golden. (5 minutes)
  5. Flip each fillet carefully and brush the top with honey mustard glaze. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, basting once more halfway through. (4 minutes)
  6. Check doneness by ensuring salmon flakes easily with a fork or reaches 125°F (52°C) internally. (1 minute)
  7. Remove from heat, spoon extra glaze over fillets, and sprinkle with chopped parsley or dill. (1 minute)

Notes

Pat salmon dry before cooking to ensure glaze sticks and skin crisps. Use medium heat to avoid burning glaze. Brush glaze after flipping to prevent sugar from burning. Adjust heat as needed and cover pan briefly if interrupted to retain heat.

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