This simple baked salmon recipe is perfect for a weekday, but could also fill in for a special occasion. The fish is lightly coated with a mixture of sour cream, mustard and parmesan cheese. It’s brightly flavored and quite delicious. When baking the fish, be careful not to overcook. (There’s lore tricks above in the article for how not to overcook salmon). For moist salmon, bake until the salmon is barely done at the thickest part then remove from the oven cover with foil and let rest.