Grilled Salmon with Honey Mustard Glaze
Thick salmon fillets are brushed with a tangy honey-Dijon glaze and grilled to flaky perfection, delivering a quick and elegant weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-worthy.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon fillets (skin-on, 6 oz each)
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 8 lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
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1
Pat 4 fillets salmon fillets (skin-on, 6 oz each) dry with paper towels and season flesh-side with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
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2
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 2 cloves minced garlic clove to make the glaze.
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3
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400 degrees F). Brush the grates generously with oil to prevent sticking.
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4
Brush the flesh side of the salmon with half the glaze. Place skin-side up on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes until you see grill marks and the fish releases easily.
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5
Flip the salmon skin-side down. Brush the flesh with the remaining glaze and grill for another 4-6 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
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6
Transfer to plates, garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and serve with 8 lemon wedges (for serving).