Apricot Dijon Glazed Salmon Recipe

Hey you! Yeah, you – the one staring into the fridge wondering what to make for dinner that won’t take forever or require 15 specialty ingredients. I’ve got your back with this stupid-easy salmon recipe that’s about to become your new best friend.

Why This Recipe is a Game-Changer:

• It’s faster than waiting for your Uber Eats delivery
• Requires fewer ingredients than your last Starbucks order
• Will make your kitchen smell like a fancy restaurant (even if your “dining room” is just a TV tray)

What You’ll Need (No Fancy Stuff, Promise):

• Salmon fillets (fresh or frozen – we don’t judge)
• That jar of apricot jam you bought for one recipe and never used again
• Dijon mustard (the cheap kind is fine)
• Olive oil, garlic powder, salt & pepper (if you don’t have these…how?)

Let’s Make Magic Happen:

1. Turn on your oven to 400°F. If it’s dirty from last time you cooked? Pretend it’s “seasoned.”
2. Make the glaze by mixing:
   • ¼ cup apricot jam (lumps are fine – we call that “rustic”)
   • 2 big spoonfuls of Dijon mustard
   • A drizzle of olive oil
     Stir until it looks like something you’d actually want to eat.
3. Prep the salmon:
   • Pat it dry with paper towels (wet fish = sad fish)
   • Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt & pepper like you’re seasoning fries
4. Slather that glaze all over the salmon like you’re frosting a cake. More is more here.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes – just enough time to scroll through TikTok or pour yourself a drink.

Pro Tips From Someone Who’s Set Off Smoke Alarms:

• If your salmon is frozen? Thaw it in cold water while you prep everything else.
• Glaze too thick? Add a splash of orange juice or white wine (or just drink the wine).
• Overcooked it? Drown it in extra glaze and call it “caramelized.”

What to Serve With It (Because You Probably Should):

• Microwave some frozen veggies (no shame)
• Instant rice (the 90-second kind is a lifesaver)
• Or just eat it straight from the pan standing over the sink (we’ve all been there)

FAQs (Because We All Have Questions):
Q: Can I use peach jam instead?
A: Sure! Or orange marmalade, or even that weird jelly your aunt gave you.

Q: How do I know when it’s done?
A: When it flakes easily with a fork and doesn’t look raw in the middle.

Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: The glaze keeps for days, but cook the salmon fresh unless you like rubbery fish.

The Real Talk:
This recipe is proof that delicious doesn’t have to be complicated. That perfect sweet-tangy combo? The way the glaze gets all sticky and caramelized? Pure dinner magic with minimal effort.

Now go wow your family (or just treat yourself – you deserve it). And when they ask for the recipe? Just wink and say “It’s my secret.”

apricot dijon salmon recipe

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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each
• 1/4 cup apricot preserves
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

• Large baking sheet
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Basting brush
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Sharp knife
• Aluminum foil

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C)
2. Prepare the glaze by whisking apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, and olive oil
3. Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
4. Place salmon on lined baking sheet
5. Brush fillets generously with prepared glaze
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until fish flakes easily
7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired