Description
Honey Mustard Balsamic Roasted Salmon is a delightful weeknight dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the tanginess of balsamic vinegar, creating a flavor profile that tantalizes your taste buds. This elegant dish is incredibly easy to prepare and can be ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at spontaneous gatherings. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch as everyone requests seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Generously coat each fillet with the marinade.
- Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg