Apricot Dijon Glazed Salmon Recipe
This Apricot Dijon Glazed Salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets coated with a flavorful glaze made from apricot preserves, grainy and Dijon mustards, soy sauce, lime juice, ginger, and garlic. Baked to perfection, the glaze caramelizes slightly, complementing the rich, flaky salmon with a tangy, sweet, and savory finish. Perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner, this dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
Apricot Dijon Glaze
- 1/4 cup apricot preserves or jam
- 1 tablespoon grainy mustard
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons grated garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the salmon evenly.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the apricot preserves, grainy mustard, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, lime juice, grated ginger, and grated garlic. Mix well until smooth and fully blended.
- Glaze the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on a baking dish. Using a brush or spoon, generously coat each fillet with the apricot Dijon glaze on all exposed surfaces.
- Optional Marinate: For enhanced flavor, you can marinate the salmon in the glaze for at least 30 minutes before baking, covering the dish and refrigerating.
- Bake the Salmon: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until the salmon just starts to flake easily with a fork, indicating it is cooked through but still moist.
- Serve: Remove from the oven carefully, let rest for a minute or two, then serve immediately with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
- Marinating the salmon for 30 minutes or longer enhances the flavor and helps the glaze penetrate.
- Use low sodium soy sauce or tamari to control salt intake and make it gluten-free.
- Check salmon doneness early as cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of fillets.
- This glaze also works well on other fish like cod or trout.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
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