Zesty Citrus Sauce for Salmon

Elevate your dinner with this easy sauce pour le saumon! Bright, tangy, and perfect for any meal—get my tips for the best flavors inside.
Ingredients
- 1 medium orange, juiced (about 1/3 cup / 80 ml)
- 1 medium lemon, juiced (about 1/4 cup / 60 ml)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (5 g)
- 2 tablespoons honey (30 g)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (15 g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Squeeze the orange and lemon, discarding any seeds.
- 2
In a small saucepan, whisk together the citrus juices, lemon zest, honey, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until well blended.
- 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
- 4
Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes, or chill in the fridge for better flavor.
- 5
Drizzle the sauce over cooked salmon fillets and garnish with fresh dill if desired.
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This recipe comes from bellerecipe.com. Their page has the author’s own photos, notes and tips — the best place to cook it from.
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