Spicy Crusted Salmon Over Spinach
Elevate your dinner game with this bold and flavorful Spicy Crusted Salmon Over Spinach. Perfectly seasoned with a tantalizing blend of paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder, the salmon is pan-seared to lock in its smoky crust and then oven-baked to juicy perfection. Served atop a bed of garlicky sautéed baby spinach, this recipe marries vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients for a dish that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this dinner idea is ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant yet effortless meal. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty kick that ties it all together! Keywords: spicy salmon, crusted salmon, sautéed spinach, healthy dinner recipes, quick salmon recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 8 cups Baby spinach
- 3 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
- 1 whole, sliced into wedges Lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and sea salt.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and rub 1 tablespoon of olive oil over them. Then coat the salmon evenly with the spice mixture.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once heated, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 2 minutes.
Flip the salmon fillets and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is baking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the baby spinach to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just wilted. Remove from heat and season with a pinch of salt if desired.
To serve, divide the sautéed spinach evenly among four plates. Place a salmon fillet on top of each bed of spinach and garnish with a wedge of lemon for squeezing over the dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 118.9 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3060 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 149.4 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| 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.
