Spicy Rub for Grilled Salmon
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this bold and flavorful Spicy Rub for Grilled Salmon! Featuring a mouthwatering blend of smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a subtle kick of cayenne pepper, this homemade spice mix creates a perfectly balanced crust that enhances the natural richness of salmon. A hint of brown sugar adds caramelized depth, while olive oil ensures the seasonings adhere seamlessly to the fish. Ready in just over 20 minutes, this quick and easy grilling recipe is ideal for any weeknight meal or summer cookout. Serve your perfectly grilled salmon with fresh salads or roasted veggies for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish that’s brimming with smoky, spicy goodness. Perfect for fans of grilled salmon recipes, DIY spice rubs, and bold summer flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 pieces Salmon fillet
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create the spice rub.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and rub it evenly to coat all sides.
Generously sprinkle the spice rub over the salmon fillets, using your hands to press it gently into the fish for even coverage.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if the skin is still on, and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until the salmon is done to your liking and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled salmon warm, accompanied by your favorite sides like a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.8 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 29.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 373 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3370 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 139.2 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 74.0 mcg | 370% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2675 mg | 57% | |
*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.
