Easy Spiced Salmon
Elevate your dinner game with this Easy Spiced Salmon recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Featuring perfectly baked salmon fillets generously coated in a vibrant blend of paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, and a hint of chili powder, this recipe delivers a punch of smoky, savory, and slightly zesty flavors in every bite. The tender, flaky salmon is finished with a refreshing squeeze of lemon juice and an optional sprinkle of fresh parsley for a gourmet touch. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this oven-baked salmon pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a balanced, delicious meal. Easy to prepare and packed with bold spices, this is your go-to recipe for healthy, satisfying seafood that impresses with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
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 together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to form a spice mixture.
Brush or rub the spice mixture generously over the tops and sides of the salmon fillets, ensuring they are fully coated.
Slice the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of one half over the salmon fillets, reserving the other half for serving.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a minute before transferring to serving plates.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve with the remaining lemon half sliced into wedges. Pair with a side of roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.1 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2792 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 106.0 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 216 mg | 5% | |
*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.
