Mediterranean Baked Dijon Salmon Recipe

Mediterranean Baked Dijon Salmon Recipe

from unicornsinthekitchen.com
25 min

An easy salmon recipe with so much flavor, this dijon salmon recipe is a family favorite. This baked salmon is juicy, tender and very easy to make.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb salmon
  • 1/3 cup dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp capers
  • 1 lemon (sliced)

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Place the salmon skin side down on the baking sheet.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, dill, garlic and capers.

  4. 4

    Slather the salmon with the dijon mixture using a silicon brush. Top with a few lemon slices if desired.

  5. 5

    Bake dijon salmon in the oven for 18-23 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish. The salmon is ready once it's light in color and flakes easily with a fork.