Honey-Dijon Glazed Salmon with Spring Pea Purée
Oven-baked salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-Dijon sauce, served on a bed of vibrant spring pea purée. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs each salmon fillets, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4, 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp, fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the honey-Dijon glaze. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the fillets. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 3: While salmon bakes, bring 2 cups frozen peas to a boil in 1 cup water, cooking for 3 minutes until tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a blender.
- Step 4: Add 1/4 cup heavy cream, 10 fresh mint leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the peas. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Step 5: Serve each salmon fillet atop a generous spoonful of pea purée, garnishing with extra mint if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Dijon Glazed Salmon with Spring Pea Purée take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Dijon Glazed Salmon with Spring Pea Purée?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep each salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Dijon Glazed Salmon with Spring Pea Purée?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Dijon Glazed Salmon with Spring Pea Purée for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Dijon Glazed Salmon with Spring Pea Purée?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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