Baked Salmon With Dill Mustard Sauce Recipe

This recipe delivers a restaurant-quality baked salmon experience, bursting with fresh herbs from your garden! Perfectly flaky salmon is elevated by a creamy, tangy dill mustard sauce that's both easy to make and incredibly flavorful. My husband and son declared it the best salmon I've ever made – and I'm confident it will become a family favorite for you, too! This simple dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 531.2 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Baked Salmon With Dill Mustard Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Baked Salmon With Dill Mustard Sauce

  • Salmon Fillets
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Kosher Salt
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • Fresh Parsley Leaves
  • Dijon Style Mustard
  • Fresh Dill Weed
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper

How to Make Baked Salmon With Dill Mustard Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  3. Wash a 1.5-2 lb salmon fillet and pat it completely dry with paper towels.
  4. Place a wire rack inside the baking pan. This allows for even cooking and crispy skin.
  5. Rub the salmon with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon coarse salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Place the salmon skin-side down on the wire rack.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together: ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup sour cream, ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Bake the salmon, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 140-145°F (60-63°C).
  10. Carefully remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before transferring to individual serving plates.
  11. Serve immediately with the chilled dill mustard sauce.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

39g

Carbs

2g