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Baked Chili Lime Salmon

Baked Chili Lime Salmon That's Quick and Irresistibly Delicious

This Easy Oven Baked Chili Lime Salmon is quick, healthy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, making it a must-try for any salmon lover.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon fresh or thawed wild-caught salmon is best for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on dietary preferences
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice opt for fresh lime juice over bottled
  • 2 tablespoons Honey can be swapped with maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic use fresh minced garlic for the best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Butter olive oil can be used for a dairy-free option
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder optional but enhances depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust based on taste preferences
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest choose organic limes to avoid pesticides on the skin

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Chili Lime Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lay aluminum foil on the baking sheet and place the salmon skin-side down onto the foil.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and salt over medium heat. Stir until honey dissolves, about 2-3 minutes, then add butter and stir until melted.
  4. Pour the warm marinade over the salmon, then sprinkle cumin powder, chili powder, and lime zest on top.
  5. Fold the foil over the salmon to create a tightly sealed pouch and place it in the oven.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, checking the salmon at the 15-minute mark for flakiness.
  7. Remove the foil pouch from the oven, unfold, and serve with rice, quinoa, or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, check salmon doneness early and use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.

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