Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Rice
Flaky salmon fillets coated in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard glaze, served over aromatic rice with lemon and dill for a light weeknight meal. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 ounces each) salmon fillets, tablespoons honey, tablespoons Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Whisk 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Step 2: Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with half the honey-mustard mixture.
- Step 3: Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and glaze bubbles.
- Step 4: Cook 1 cup rice in 2 cups chicken broth in a saucepan over medium heat, covered, for 18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Step 5: Stir 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons fresh dill, and 2 tablespoons butter into cooked rice. Fluff with a fork.
- Step 6: Serve salmon with lemon-dill rice, spooning remaining glaze from baking sheet over fish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Rice 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-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Rice?
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 tablespoons honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Rice?
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-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Rice 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-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Rice?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This was a hit at my family dinner! The salmon was perfectly glazed and the lemon-dill rice was a refreshing complement.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the honey-mustard glaze! The rice was the perfect side. Will make again.
- ★★★★☆
The honey-mustard glaze was delicious, but the salmon took a bit longer to cook than the recipe said. Still, very tasty.
