Whether you’re roasting, grilling, baking, or air frying, mustard adds punchy flavor and balance to a wide range of dishes. This roundup brings together recipes that highlight mustard’s versatility—from zesty dressings and glazes to crusts, marinades, and creamy sauces.
You’ll find quick dinners like pecan-crusted chicken and air fryer pork chops, as well as fresh and filling salads with citrus or avocado. Sweet meets savory in dishes like honey mustard salmon and bacon cheddar chicken, while sides like hasselback potatoes and tahini squash round out the table with bold flavor.
Mustard isn’t just a condiment—it’s a reliable way to brighten up your meals and add complexity without much effort. Whether you’re after a quick sheet pan dinner or a showstopper salad, this list gives you plenty of ways to make mustard your MVP in the kitchen.
Grilled Ham Steak
Ham steaks get a major flavor boost from a rosemary maple Dijon glaze in this easy grilled dinner. Use fresh or cured steaks and serve with seasonal sides for a quick, satisfying meal.
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Roasted Sweet Dumpling Squash
This simple side dish features sweet dumpling squash roasted until golden, then topped with a creamy tahini-maple-Dijon drizzle. A perfect sweet-meets-savory pairing for fall or winter meals.
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Dijon Almond Crusted Tilapia
Tilapia fillets are coated in a Dijon and almond crust, then pan-fried until golden. It’s a fast, grain-free dinner that’s full of texture and ready in about 10 minutes.
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Radicchio Endive Fennel Salad
Bitter greens and shaved fennel are tossed in a zesty Dijon herb dressing for a bright, crunchy salad. Add grilled protein to turn it into a complete meal.
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Chopped Crispy Citrus Chicken Salad
This hearty salad combines crispy chicken, citrus slices, kale, toasted pine nuts, and herbs, all tossed in an orange-Dijon vinaigrette. It’s balanced, bold, and ideal for lunch or dinner.
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Rosemary Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are roasted until crispy, then finished with a rosemary mustard vinaigrette. A stunning and flavorful twist on a traditional side dish.
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Pecan Crusted Chicken
This crunchy pecan-coated chicken is served with a honey Dijon yogurt dipping sauce that brings it all together. Quick to prep and great for both weeknights and dinner guests.
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Honey Mustard Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Salad
Juicy chicken and shaved Brussels sprouts are tossed with apples, pomegranate seeds, and a homemade honey mustard dressing. A vibrant and seasonal salad that’s filling enough for dinner.
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Brown Sugar Salmon
This salmon is caramelized with brown sugar and served with a rosemary mustard sauce that adds a savory finish. It’s fast, flavorful, and ready in about 20 minutes.
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Creamy Dijon Egg Salad
This egg salad swaps mayo for Greek yogurt and adds Dijon mustard, olives, cabbage, and pepitas for crunch and flavor. A fresh take on a classic lunch favorite.
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Avocado Lentil Cranberry Salad
A hearty mix of lentils, cranberries, avocado, and greens tossed in a lemon-Dijon dressing. It’s a nutrient-dense salad that works well as a main or side.
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Bulgur Salad
Bulgur wheat is combined with veggies and herbs, then tossed in a tangy-sweet orange Dijon dressing. It’s high in protein and makes a great meal-prep lunch or potluck dish.
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Grapefruit Poppyseed Dressing
This citrusy dressing mixes grapefruit juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds. It’s bright, tangy, and perfect over winter greens or light grilled proteins.
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Corned Beef Tacos
A fresh take on tacos using corned beef, a spicy mustard cream sauce, and crunchy slaw. These are flavorful, easy to assemble, and perfect for leftover night.
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Delicious Air Fryer Honey Mustard Pork Chops
Pork chops are coated in a honey mustard marinade, then air-fried until juicy and golden. A quick and easy dinner that’s done in about 30 minutes.
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Bacon Cheddar Chicken
Chicken breasts are marinated in honey Dijon, then topped with crispy bacon and melted cheddar. It’s a low-effort dinner with maximum comfort food appeal.
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