Baked Mustard-Crusted Salmon with Asparagus and Tarragon
Baked Mustard-Crusted Salmon with Asparagus and Tarragon is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 275°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 275°F.
Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss asparagus with 2 Tbsp. oil, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper on prepared sheet, then arrange in a single layer on one half of baking sheet.
Bake asparagus 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, spread each salmon fillet with 2 tsp. mustard.
Sprinkle fillets with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper total.
Toss panko with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a small bowl.
Sprinkle panko mixture evenly onto salmon fillets, then dust with smoked paprika.
After asparagus has baked for 5 minutes, remove baking sheet from oven.
Place prepared salmon fillets skin side down on empty half of baking sheet.
Return to oven and bake until salmon is firm but still pink in the center and asparagus is tender, 14–16 minutes more for medium rare salmon.
Divide salmon and asparagus among four plates and top with tarragon.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.