Lime Cilantro Salmon
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Lime Cilantro Salmon recipe, a perfect harmony of zesty citrus, aromatic cilantro, and tender, flaky fish. Featuring a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, this dish pairs the brightness of freshly squeezed lime juice and zest with a subtly sweet honey glaze, while a hint of garlic, paprika, and black pepper adds depth and warmth. Oven-baked to perfection in under 15 minutes, this healthy salmon recipe achieves a melt-in-your-mouth texture without the fuss. Topped with a refreshing cilantro garnish and served with lime slices for an extra pop of flavor, this easy salmon dinner is as stunning as it is satisfying. Perfect for pairing with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad, it delivers a restaurant-quality meal from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 whole lime
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, the juice and zest of 1 lime, minced garlic, honey, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk until well blended.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down if included. Brush the olive oil and lime mixture generously over each fillet, ensuring all sides are coated.
Slice the second lime into thin rounds and place 1-2 slices on top of each salmon fillet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary based on the thickness of the fillets.
While the salmon is baking, roughly chop the cilantro and prepare it for garnish.
Once removed from the oven, sprinkle the fresh chopped cilantro over the salmon for a burst of flavor and color.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 380 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 60 mg | 1% | |
*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.
