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Easy Roasted Salmon with Creamy Mustard Sauce

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This family-favorite recipe for broiled salmon brings together the perfect balance of flavors—crispy, tender salmon topped with a tangy, creamy mustard sauce and a hint of fresh tarragon. The mustard sauce, passed down through generations, adds a zesty kick that perfectly complements the rich fish. Whether you’re making it for a special family dinner or a weeknight meal, this dish brings both comfort and sophistication to the table.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh tarragon 

OLD-FASHIONED CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE   – See link for step-by-step instructions 

  • 1/4 cup best quality dry ground mustard (recipe calls for Coleman’s Mustard)
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 cup good quality full-fat mayonnaise

 

Instructions

  1. Prepare Old-Fashioned Creamy Mustard Sauce

  2. Preheat the Broiler:

    • Set your oven to broil and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes. Place an oven rack in the top third of the oven.

  3. Prepare the Salmon:

    • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.

    • Drizzle the fillets with olive oil, rubbing it over both sides of the salmon.

    • Using a brush or the back of a spoon, brush a thin layer of creamy mustard sauce on top of the salmon. 
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  4. Broil the Salmon:

    • Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, skin side down.

    • Broil for about 6 minutes and then remove it and cook for another 4-6 minutes on the other side (based on preference) until the top is golden and the salmon easily flakes with a fork. If you prefer  Keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.

  5. Remove from the Oven:

    • Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Using a squeeze bottle, a pastry bag or a plastic bag with a corner cut off, drizzle the mustard sauce in on top of the fish and finish with chopped tarragon and freshly cracked pepper. 

Notes

  • Serve with a side salad or roasted potatoes.
  • Author: Family Tree Foodie
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