Dijon Mustard Baked Fish Fillets
Tender, flaky fish fillets baked with a flavorful Dijon mustard sauce for an easy, healthy, and elegant dinner that comes together quickly with simple ingredients.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Oven
Ingredients
- 4 white fish fillets cod, haddock, tilapia, or halibut
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs thyme or parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange the fish fillets in a single layer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the Dijon mustard mixture evenly over the fish fillets.
- Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
Use fresh, firm white fish for the best texture and flavor.
For extra richness, add a tablespoon of butter to the Dijon mixture.
Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fish fillets.
For extra richness, add a tablespoon of butter to the Dijon mixture.
Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fish fillets.