Maple Dijon Baked Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets, about 6 oz each, 1 inch thick
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp whole-grain mustard (optional)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, finely grated
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Maple Dijon Baked Salmon
- Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment.
- Pat the salmon dry and set it on the pan skin side down, with space between the fillets. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk the dijon, whole-grain mustard if using, maple syrup, oil, garlic and lemon juice.
- Spoon the glaze over the tops and sides of the fillets.
- Bake until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F (63°C) in the thickest part.
- Sprinkle with chives and serve.
- Cook to 145°F inside (check with a thermometer).