Salmon in a Spicy Lemon Marinade
Elevate your dinner game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Salmon in a Spicy Lemon Marinade, a quick and easy recipe perfect for seafood lovers. Tender salmon fillets are infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice, balanced by a touch of sweet honey, and brought to life with a fiery kick of red chili flakes and earthy spices like paprika and cumin. Whether baked or pan-seared to perfection, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at a casual dinner party. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for a pop of color and serve with juicy lemon wedges to tie it all together. Pair this irresistible salmon with roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s guaranteed to delight. Perfectly healthy, bursting with flavor, and effortlessly elegant, this recipe is a must-try for fans of spicy seafood!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, red chili flakes, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir the marinade well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the fillets. Ensure each piece is well coated with the marinade.
Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse. For deeper flavor, marinate for up to 2 hours.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a non-stick skillet over medium heat if you prefer pan-cooking.
If baking: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil. Place the marinated salmon fillets on the sheet, skin-side down. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
If pan-cooking: Heat a little olive oil in the skillet. Cook the salmon fillets, skin-side down, for 5-6 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.
Once cooked, remove the salmon from the heat and let it rest for 2 minutes.
Garnish the salmon with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.
Enjoy your Spicy Lemon Marinated Salmon with a side of your favorite vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.4 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2919 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 144.0 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 438 mg | 9% | |
*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.
