Baked Chili-Lime Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
173 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Chili-Lime Salmon
Description
This recipe centers on a whole salmon filet seasoned simply with chili powder and salt to provide a gentle spiciness and seasoning. The chili powder is rubbed onto the skin side of the fish, which is placed scale side down in a baking dish lined with parchment. Lime juice from fresh limes is squeezed over the top and spread evenly by hand, imparting a bright, acidic contrast to the lightly spicy fish. Baking at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes cooks the salmon just until it flakes easily with a fork, preserving moistness and tenderness.
The salmon is served with remaining lime slices or wedges for additional fresh citrus on the side. Chopped cilantro can be sprinkled on top for optional herbal flavor and color. This straightforward preparation highlights the quality and natural flavor of the salmon enhanced by the chili and lime seasoning. It works well as a main course paired with simple sides that won’t overpower the fish.
Ingredients
- 1 salmon filet about 1 pound
- 2 lime
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cilantro for garnish (optional, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay the salmon, scale side down in the baking dish. Season the salmon with salt. Sprinkle the chili powder over the salmon and rub it all over.
- Squeeze the juice from one of the limes over the salmon. Spread it out with your hands so that it mixes with the chili powder.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve with remaining lime, cut into slices or wedges.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 212mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 609mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 360IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 9.7mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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