Honey mustard baked salmon is an easy meal that’s full of comforting fall flavors that are a little sweet and a little savory. It’s an especially good recipe for folks who are new to salmon, since honey mustard gives the meal an easy-to-like flavor profile.
When salmon is paired with potatoes, it becomes a healthy, home-cooked sheet pan dinner that can be on the table in 40 minutes. Consider baking a couple extra salmon fillets, since leftover salmon filets can be enjoyed cold the next day — they make a great protein for a lunch salad.
What Vegetables to Pair with Salmon and Potatoes:
Try adding a vegetable to the sheet pan to add variety to the meal:
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Carrots can be added to the sheet pan at the same time as the potatoes.
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After potatoes have baked for 10 minutes, you can add quick cooking vegetables to the pan. Try green beans, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, or snow peas. These need less time than potatoes to cook, so you're staggering cook times.
- Thin spears of asparagus can be added at the same time as the salmon.
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Serve the meal with a fresh green salad. It’s easy to make while the potatoes are roasting.
About Jenna Amos, RDN:
Jenna Amos is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and nutrition communications expert. She has nearly 10 of experience contributing to and leading well-being strategies for brands across the food industry, from start ups to category leaders. Jenna has an “all foods fit” approach to nutrition, with a focus on local and sustainable foods. She is passionate about the future of our food system, nutrition policy and sustainable agriculture.
Jenna received her degree in dietetics from Boston University and completed her Dietetic Internship at VCU Health in Richmond, VA. In her free time, she enjoys urban gardening, developing recipes and hiking her way through the National Parks.
