Baked Salmon Recipe
Skin-on salmon fillets brushed with a honey, Dijon, lemon and dill glaze, then baked until just medium. Mushroom rice and roasted broccoli round out the plate.
Best for: an easy family dinner · Pairs with: our Baked Garlic Shrimp as a seafood starter
💡 Chef's tip
Pull the salmon at 125 to 130°F (52 to 54°C) and let it rest 3 to 5 minutes. For a lightly caramelized top, broil for the last 1 to 2 minutes and watch it closely.
Frequently asked questions
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Can I swap the rice?
Yes. Brown rice works, but it needs a longer simmer than the 15 minutes given for white rice.
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Ingredients
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Baked Salmon
GF Mushroom Rice
Roasted Broccoli
Method
Baked Salmon
- 1
Preheat and prepare fish
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place skin-side down on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment or lightly oiled.
- 2
Make glaze
In a small bowl whisk together 2 tbs olive oil, 2 tbs lemon juice, 2 tsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- 3
Glaze and bake
Brush or spoon the glaze evenly over the top of each fillet. Let sit 5 minutes at room temperature while oven finishes preheating. Bake on center rack for 10–14 minutes, depending on thickness (salmon is done when internal temperature reaches 125–130°F/52–54°C for medium). If you prefer a lightly caramelized top, broil for the last 1–2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- 4
Rest
Remove salmon from oven and let rest 3–5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
GF Mushroom Rice
- 5
Sauté aromatics and mushrooms
While oven is preheating (or while salmon bakes), heat 1 tbs olive oil or butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallot (or onion) and cook 2–3 minutes until softened. Add 1 tsp minced garlic and the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates and they begin to brown, about 6–8 minutes.
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Simmer
Add 3 cups water or low-sodium stock, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper and 1 tsp tamari. Stir once, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer undisturbed for 15 minutes (check package directions for your rice type — adjust time if using brown rice).
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Roasted Broccoli
- 9
Prep and roast
Toss 1 lb broccoli florets with 1 tbs olive oil, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using) on a sheet pan. Spread in a single layer. Roast in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 12–16 minutes until edges are crisp-tender and florets have some char.
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Finish
Remove from oven and taste for seasoning. Add an extra squeeze of lemon if desired and serve immediately alongside the baked salmon and mushroom rice.
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