Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this easy baked salmon, seasoned with zesty spices and a smoky glaze. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chipotle powder
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish. Drizzle them generously with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, and chipotle powder. Sprinkle this spice mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the spiced salmon fillets to brighten their flavors.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve warm with rice, tortillas, or fresh vegetables for a delightful meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate your salmon fillets in the spice mixture for at least 30 minutes before baking. - Garnish with fresh cilantro or avocado for added freshness.