Description
Spiced Baked Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms ordinary salmon into a gourmet delight. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe features a vibrant spice blend that enhances the natural richness of the fish. In just 30 minutes, you can create a dish that’s not only healthy but also visually stunning, making it ideal for serving guests or enjoying a cozy night in. The combination of spices with fresh lemon juice delivers an irresistible burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Rub the spice mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the seasoned salmon.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Let rest for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 92mg