Honey Mustard Salmon with Citrus Salsa

This easy baked salmon recipe is made with a simple honey mustard sauce and can be on the dinner table in 20 minutes! Serve with a fresh citrus salsa to make the dish extra special!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 large oranges, (peeled and chopped*)
• 1 large avocado, (pitted and chopped)
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 jalapeno, (deseeded and finely minced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• Kosher salt and black pepper, (to taste)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Kosher salt and black pepper, (to taste)
• Dash of crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 salmon fillets, (about 6 oz each)
• Drizzle of olive oil
• Lemon wedges, (for serving)
• Pomegranate arils, (for garnish, optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set aside.
2. 2In a medium bowl, add the oranges, avocado, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Gently stir to combine. Set aside while you make the salmon.
3. 3In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, mustard, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
4. 4Place the salmon pieces on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down. Pat dry with a paper towel. Drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the glaze evenly over the salmon pieces.
5. 5Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until it easily flakes with a fork. The baking time will depend on the thickness of your salmon pieces. You can turn the oven to broil and broil for 1 minute to crisp up the salmon.
6. 6Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon pieces. Top with the citrus salsa and garnish with pomegranate arils, if using. Serve immediately.