Lime Salmon Fillets
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly flavorful, these Lime Salmon Fillets are the perfect combination of tangy citrus and savory spices. This quick and easy recipe features tender, oven-baked salmon fillets brushed with a vibrant marinade of freshly squeezed lime juice, zesty lime peel, honey, garlic, and paprika. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a fragrant, herbaceous finish, making each bite a burst of flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes and requiring simple, wholesome ingredients, these fillets are an elegant option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve them alongside steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a balanced and nutritious meal that will wow your taste buds. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for a healthy and bold twist on baked salmon!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 whole lime
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Zest and juice both limes. Set aside the zest and juice in separate bowls.
In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, olive oil, honey, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.
Brush the lime marinade evenly over the salmon fillets, coating them well.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon cooks, finely chop the fresh cilantro.
Remove the salmon from the oven and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top.
Serve the lime salmon fillets immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.9 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 587 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 59 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.
