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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Equipment

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

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

Instructions

 

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