Super Easy Corn Crusted Baked Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this *Super Easy Corn Crusted Baked Salmon*, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Perfectly tender salmon fillets are coated with a golden, crisp crust of spiced cornmeal, infused with hints of paprika, garlic, and oregano for a bold, zesty bite in every forkful. This quick and healthy recipe requires minimal prep, making it ideal for busy schedules while delivering a restaurant-quality meal. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a bright, tangy finish, this baked salmon is a delightful centerpiece for any meal. Serve it alongside steamed veggies or a refreshing salad to create a wholesome, satisfying meal the whole family will love. Perfect keywords: corn-crusted salmon, baked salmon recipe, easy salmon dinner, quick healthy meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (approximately 6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 0.5 cups cornmeal
- 1 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon, sliced lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets, then spread it gently with a brush or your fingers to coat the surface.
Sprinkle the cornmeal-spice mixture generously over the salmon fillets, pressing gently to help it adhere.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The cornmeal crust should be golden and crisp.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the corn-crusted salmon with a side of lemon wedges for squeezing over the top. Optionally, pair it with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.2 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1189 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.9 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% | |
*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.
