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Honey Baked Salmon

Honey Baked Salmon

A quick and tasty salmon dish featuring a sweet and savory honey marinade, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets Salmon About 150 g each.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Provides sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Adds savory flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Gives a slight tang.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color and flavor.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.
  • for garnish Fresh parsley Adds color and freshness.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • whisk
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200 °C (400 °F).
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the marinated salmon fillets on the sheet, skin side down.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove from the oven and let rest for a minute. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables or rice.