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Crispy Honey Dijon Salmon Recipe with Creamy Dill Cucumber Sauce

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A quick and easy salmon recipe featuring a crispy honey Dijon glaze paired with a refreshing creamy dill cucumber sauce. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, this dish balances sweet, tangy, and fresh flavors with a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170g each)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced or finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Optional garnishes: lemon wedges, extra dill sprigs

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove moisture. Season both sides lightly with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard until smooth to make the glaze.
  3. Brush the honey Dijon glaze generously over the flesh side of each salmon fillet, avoiding the skin side.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt (or sour cream), finely diced cucumber, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Stir gently until evenly mixed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until serving.
  5. Heat a nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  6. Place salmon fillets skin side down in the skillet. Press down lightly with a spatula for 10 seconds to prevent curling. Cook for 5-6 minutes without moving to crisp the skin.
  7. Flip the salmon gently and cook the flesh side for 2-3 minutes until opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Aim for an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C) for medium rare.
  8. Remove salmon from heat and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Spoon the creamy dill cucumber sauce over each fillet or serve on the side. Garnish with lemon wedges and extra dill if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon dry thoroughly to ensure crispy skin. Use medium-high heat and do not move the salmon while cooking skin side down. Flip only once. Prepare the creamy dill cucumber sauce just before serving to keep cucumber crisp. For dairy-free sauce, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut or almond-based yogurt. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a low oven to preserve texture.

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Keywords: salmon, honey Dijon, creamy dill cucumber sauce, quick salmon recipe, crispy salmon, healthy dinner, easy weeknight meal, gluten-free, dairy-free option

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