If you love easy salmon recipes that feel fancy enough for a dinner party but simple enough for a busy weeknight, this easy honey mustard salmon recipe is about to become your new go-to recipe.
With MOWI Salmon’s buttery salmon fillets, a quick homemade honey mustard sauce, and a no-fuss sheet pan meal setup, this is the kind of salmon dish the whole family devours.
The best part? The mess is minimal and it pulls together in only about 15 minutes.
Why This Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe is Incredible
There are a few reasons why this recipe stands out:
- The flavorful honey mustard sauce stars a trio of dijon mustard, grainy mustard, and honey: an unbeatable combo.
- You only need simple ingredients you probably already have. These are true simple pantry ingredients.
- MOWI salmon fillets are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, making this tasty and nourishing.
- Everything cooks on one baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- It works perfectly whether you’re entertaining or just trying to get a piece of fish onto the table fast on a busy weeknight.
This is honestly the best way to turn salmon into something restaurant-worthy with very minimal effort.
Ways to Cook Honey Mustard Salmon
This recipe is super flexible! Choose any cooking method depending on your mood:
Oven-Baked
The ultimate easy baked salmon method. Just place your salmon filet, skin side down on a lined baking sheet. We like to place it on a bed of sliced lemons. Then, spread the honey mustard glaze on the top of the salmon, and bake until the internal temperature reaches 125–130°F (use an instant read thermometer or food thermometer).
Stovetop
Add olive oil or your preferred cooking oil in a cold pan. Add the salmon skin side down first, and turn to medium heat. This will help to crisp the skin. Then spoon the remaining sauce over as it cooks.
Air Fryer
Great for speed! Add your salmon to the basket and brush with the honey mustard mixture. Adjust cooking time depending on the thickness of your salmon.
Grill
For a smoky twist and a totally different flavor profile, wrap the salmon loosely in aluminum foil with the glaze and grill until flaky.
Honey Mustard Salmon Variations and Substitutions
You can easily switch things up:
- Swap dijon mustard for more grainy mustard if you prefer extra texture.
- Add garlic powder or fresh garlic to intensify flavors.
- For sweetness, maple syrup works instead of honey.
- Use a side of salmon instead of individual fillets to feed a crowd.
- Add fresh herbs like dill or fresh parsley on top for brightness.
- Kick up the heat by using hot honey instead of traditional honey.
Recommend Side Dishes
Perfect side dishes make this Honey Mustard Salmon recipe shine. Try pairing with:
- For a salad that eats like a meal, use this honey mustard salmon recipe on top of our Salmon Niçoise Salad Recipe.
- For a green vegetable side dish that feels elegant, try making our perfect Air Fryer Broccolini Recipe.
- Our Apple Cabbage Slaw Recipe is super easy and a fun twist on a traditional slaw or salad.
- For a heartier side, choose rice, mashed potatoes, or even our creamy Parmesan Polenta Recipe.
Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe
Prep Time: 2 Minutes
Bake Time: 13 Minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 MOWI salmon fillets (or 1 side of salmon)
- 3 Tbsp grainy mustard
- 1 Tbsp smooth dijon mustard
- 3 Tbsp honey
- Zest of one lemon
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- Optional: fresh parsley, dill or other fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, dijon mustard, grainy mustard, lemon zest, garlic, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper to form your honey mustard glaze.
- Place each salmon filet, skin side down, on the prepared sheet. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Spoon the glaze generously over the top of the salmon, reserving a tablespoon as your remaining sauce for serving.
- Bake 10–14 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon.
- Check the internal temperature. you’re aiming for 125–130°F when using an instant read thermometer or a wireless food thermometer for perfectly tender salmon.
- If desired, garnish with fresh herbs and serve with your chosen side dishes.
Note: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe
All it takes is 15 minutes and a few pantry ingredients to whip up this super easy and delicious honey mustard salmon recipe!
Ingredients
- 4 MOWI salmon fillets (or 1 side of salmon)
- 3 Tbsp grainy mustard
- 1 Tbsp smooth dijon mustard
- 3 Tbsp honey
- Zest of one lemon
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- Optional: fresh parsley, dill or other fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, dijon mustard, grainy mustard, lemon zest, garlic, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper to form your honey mustard glaze.
- Place each salmon filet, skin side down, on the prepared sheet. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Spoon the glaze generously over the top of the salmon, reserving a tablespoon as your remaining sauce for serving.
- Bake 10–14 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon.
- Check the internal temperature. you’re aiming for 125–130°F when using an instant read thermometer or a wireless food thermometer for perfectly tender salmon.
- If desired, garnish with fresh herbs and serve with your chosen side dishes.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
This easy weeknight dinner hits all the marks: comforting, bold, sweet, tangy, and ready fast.
With MOWI’s premium salmon and this easy honey mustard salmon recipe, you’ll have a delicious salmon dish you’ll want to make again and again.
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