Whole30 Spicy Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Whole30 Spicy Salmon recipe—an explosion of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients that’s perfect for clean eating. Tender salmon fillets are coated in a zesty marinade of lime juice, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and a hint of red pepper flakes for just the right amount of heat, making them irresistibly smoky and spicy. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy baked salmon recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and fully Whole30-compliant, ideal for those following a paleo or clean-eating lifestyle. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for a pop of bright, citrusy freshness, or pair it with roasted veggies or a crisp green salad for a balanced, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for meal prep or a quick and nutritious dinner, this Whole30 Spicy Salmon is a showstopper that’s sure to spice up your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to form a marinade.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.
Brush the marinade generously over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are coated evenly, especially on the flesh side.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and easily flakes with a fork. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillets.
Once cooked, transfer the salmon to serving plates. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges if desired.
Enjoy your Whole30 Spicy Salmon as a standalone dish or pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete Whole30-compliant meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.1 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2960 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 144.1 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*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.
