Chili Roasted Salmon with Cilantro Cream
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this bold and flavorful Chili Roasted Salmon with Cilantro Cream. Perfectly seasoned with a smoky blend of chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic, this oven-roasted salmon offers a tender, flaky texture with just the right amount of heat. Topped with a refreshingly creamy cilantro sauce made from tangy Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey, every bite is a delightful balance of spice and zest. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and healthy salmon recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lime for a pop of brightness and pair with your favorite sides for a complete meal that's as delicious as it is nutritious. Keywords: chili roasted salmon, cilantro cream sauce, oven-roasted salmon, quick salmon recipe, healthy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cups fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon water
- 4 pieces lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a paste.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it easily flakes with a fork and is cooked through.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the cilantro cream. In a blender or food processor, combine Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, lime juice, honey, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve each salmon fillet with a generous drizzle of cilantro cream on top and a lime wedge on the side for extra freshness. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.0 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 256 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 2736 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 97.3 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.6 mcg | 263% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1764 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
